Ames, Iowa vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 23.9% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $86,744 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Portland
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Ames, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  23.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  13.7% higher
  Health
  25.1% lower
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  Personal
  13.7% higher
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