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SAN RAFAEL vs. PORTLAND
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San Rafael, California vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
48.5%
cheaper
than San Rafael, California.
You would need a salary of
$38,604
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Portland
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to San Rafael, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
70.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.5% higher
Commute
35.6% lower
Health
17.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
14.0% lower
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