Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 6.6% more expensive than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $53,286 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
119% more expensive in Portland
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Philadelphia, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  6.6% higher
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  Renter
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  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  101.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.6% lower
  Commute
  46.2% lower
  Health
  11.4% lower
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  Personal
  3.8% lower
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