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PORTLAND vs. CHICAGO
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Portland, Maine vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
4.0%
cheaper
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$172,761
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Chicago
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Portland, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
25.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% lower
Commute
81.3% higher
Health
2.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.6% lower
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