Portland, Maine vs. Salem, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Illinois is 36.8% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $31,591 in Salem, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Illinois is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Salem
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Salem, IL
Compared to Portland, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  41.1% higher
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  Personal
  11.8% lower
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