Portland, Maine vs. Sandpoint, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandpoint, Idaho is 8.6% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $137,131 in Sandpoint, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandpoint, Idaho is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
29% cheaper in Sandpoint
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Sandpoint, ID
Compared to Portland, Sandpoint is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% lower
  Commute
  12.3% lower
  Health
  15.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% lower