Portland, Maine vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 24.1% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $60,697 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Portland, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  15.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  10.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower