Waterloo, Iowa vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 83.9% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,944 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
343% more expensive in Portland
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Waterloo, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  83.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  345.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  102.0% higher
  Health
  13.5% lower
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  Personal
  18.2% higher
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