Arlington, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 34.6% cheaper than Arlington, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $32,681 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is cheaper than Arlington, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Portland
than in Arlington, Massachusetts
Arlington, MA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Arlington, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  27.1% lower
  Health
  1.5% higher
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  Personal
  13.3% lower
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