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PORTLAND vs. BANGOR
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Portland, Maine vs. Bangor, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Bangor, Maine is
24.9%
cheaper
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$40,198
in Bangor, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bangor, Maine is
cheaper
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Bangor
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Bangor, ME
Compared to Portland, Bangor is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
52.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.0% higher
Commute
9.8% lower
Health
11.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.0% lower
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