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Homer, Alaska vs. Portland, Maine

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The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 6.3% more expensive than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $53,134 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Portland
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Homer, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  6.3% higher
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  9.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.5% higher
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  Utilities
  19.1% lower
  Commute
  13.9% higher
  Health
  30.3% lower
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  Personal
  9.0% lower
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