Birmingham, Alabama vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 47.8% more expensive than Birmingham, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $73,910 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
345% more expensive in Portland
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Birmingham, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  47.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  372.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  25.8% lower
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  Personal
  14.3% higher
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