Portland, Maine vs. Smithfield, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Smithfield, Rhode Island is 1.8% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $76,340 in Smithfield, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Smithfield, Rhode Island is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% more expensive in Smithfield
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Smithfield, RI
Compared to Portland, Smithfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% higher
      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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  36.0% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% higher