Portland, Oregon vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 34.1% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $19,758 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Portland, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.1% lower
      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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% higher
  Commute
  47.3% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower