Portland, Maine vs. New Paltz, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Paltz, New York is 14.2% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $42,895 in New Paltz, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Paltz, New York is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
9% cheaper in New Paltz
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. New Paltz, NY
Compared to Portland, New Paltz is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.1% higher
  Commute
  44.9% higher
  Health
  38.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower