Waterville, Maine vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 42.2% more expensive than Waterville, Maine.

You would need a salary of $89,577 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterville, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Waterville, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
133% more expensive in Portland
than in Waterville, Maine
Waterville, ME vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Waterville, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  42.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  166.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
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  Personal
  10.4% higher
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