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SALINAS vs. PORTLAND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Salinas, California vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
20.4%
cheaper
than Salinas, California.
You would need a salary of
$139,377
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Portland
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Salinas, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
37.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.2% higher
Commute
23.9% lower
Health
37.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.8% higher
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