Akron, Ohio vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 62.4% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $203,012 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
325% more expensive in Portland
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Akron, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.4% 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
  19.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  364.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  4.9% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.9% higher