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PORTLAND vs. LOS ANGELES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Portland, Maine vs. Los Angeles, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
57.5%
more expensive
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$236,193
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
more expensive
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
102% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Portland, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
57.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
122.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% lower
Commute
116.4% higher
Health
0.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.2% lower
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