| | Saco, ME | South Portland, ME | United States |
| Overall | 109.9 | 112.5 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 109.4 | 110.4 | 100 |
| Health | 91.0 | 90.5 | 100 |
| Housing | 127.3 | 141.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $431,100 | $434,500 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,180.0% | 10,270.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 82.9 | 75.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 106.3 | 114.1 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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