Portland, Maine vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 18.1% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $61,461 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Portland, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  45.8% higher
  Health
  28.4% higher
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  Personal
  12.8% lower
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