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AUSTIN vs. PORTLAND
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Austin, Texas vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
13.5%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$259,409
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Portland
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Austin, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
15.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
16.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% higher
Commute
30.5% lower
Health
10.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.6% higher
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