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SAN JOSE vs. PORTLAND
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San Jose, California vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
48.0%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$39,035
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Portland
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to San Jose, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
69.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.1% higher
Commute
49.4% lower
Health
16.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% higher
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