Springfield, Illinois vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 48.4% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $140,988 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
238% more expensive in Portland
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Springfield, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  48.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  193.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  9.1% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
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  Personal
  17.0% higher
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