Muncie, Indiana vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 56.5% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $78,252 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
264% more expensive in Portland
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Muncie, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.5% 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
  22.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  258.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher