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PORTLAND vs. WEST DES MOINES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs West Des Moines, Iowa

The cost of living in West Des Moines, Iowa is 32.9% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $47,006 in West Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, West Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in West Des Moines
than in Portland, Oregon

Portland, OR vs West Des Moines, IA

Compared to Portland, West Des Moines is:

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32.9% lower

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3.9% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

44.6% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

11.8% higher

Commute

45.1% lower

Health

13.0% higher

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Personal

19.6% lower

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