Cost of Living Calculator - Elma, Iowa vs Portland, Oregon


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 76.3% more expensive than Elma, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $88,149 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Elma, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
252% more expensive in Portland
than in Elma, Iowa
Elma, IA vs Portland, OR
Compared to Elma, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  614.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.0% lower
  Commute
  98.3% higher
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% higher

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