Iowa City, Iowa vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 51.8% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,101 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
102% more expensive in Portland
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Iowa City, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.8% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.9% lower
  Commute
  89.6% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher