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PORTLAND vs. SAN DIEGO
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Portland, Maine vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
43.3%
more expensive
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$645,002
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in San Diego
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Portland, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
108.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% higher
Commute
57.3% higher
Health
1.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.2% lower
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