Wise, Virginia vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 51.8% more expensive than Wise, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $75,916 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Wise, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Wise, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Portland
than in Wise, Virginia
Wise, VA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Wise, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  17.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher