Portland, Maine vs. Bethesda, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethesda, Maryland is 67.8% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $125,871 in Bethesda, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethesda, Maryland is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
137% more expensive in Bethesda
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Bethesda, MD
Compared to Portland, Bethesda is:
  Homeowner
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  67.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  173.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  68.6% higher
  Health
  4.1% lower
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  Personal
  7.2% lower
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