Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 31.8% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $461,285 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Portland
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Indianapolis, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  18.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  116.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  15.9% lower
  Health
  9.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher