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


The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 37.5% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $279,973 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Portland
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Portland, OR
Compared to Johnston, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  71.6% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.2% higher

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