Cost of Living Calculator - Augusta, Maine vs South Portland, Maine


The cost of living in South Portland, Maine is 32.0% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $98,975 in South Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Portland, Maine is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in South Portland
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs South Portland, ME
Compared to Augusta, South Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.0% 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
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  109.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher

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