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 $47,989 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
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  Food
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  81.3% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
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  Personal
  0.6% lower
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