Portland, Maine vs. Salem, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Virginia is 21.5% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $58,847 in Salem, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Virginia is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Salem
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Salem, VA
Compared to Portland, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  1.2% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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