Portland, Maine vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 81.9% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $18,186 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Portland, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  81.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  194.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  44.6% higher
  Health
  20.7% higher
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  Personal
  3.2% lower
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