Portland, Maine vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 13.8% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $43,119 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Albany
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Portland, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% lower
      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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  14.7% higher
  Health
  29.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher