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SALEM vs. PORTLAND
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Salem, Oregon vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
9.3%
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$163,916
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Portland
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Salem, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.3% higher
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Renter
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Food
11.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.5% higher
Commute
20.5% lower
Health
2.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.2% higher
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