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ALBANY vs. PORTLAND
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Albany, New York vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
16.0%
more expensive
than Albany, New York.
You would need a salary of
$86,969
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
more expensive
than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Portland
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Albany, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.0% higher
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Food
10.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
67.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.6% lower
Commute
12.8% lower
Health
22.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.8% lower
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