Portland, Maine vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 22.8% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $46,327 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Columbus
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Portland, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  1.1% lower
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  Personal
  14.3% lower
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