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WALTHAM vs. PORTLAND
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Waltham, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
25.0%
cheaper
than Waltham, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$71,250
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Portland
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Waltham, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.1% lower
Commute
19.1% lower
Health
1.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.0% lower
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