Augusta, Maine vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 35.0% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $1,349,819 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Portland
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Augusta, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  35.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  117.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  19.0% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
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  Personal
  9.3% higher
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