Blanco, Texas vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 5.9% more expensive than Blanco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,933 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Blanco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Blanco, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% more expensive in Portland
than in Blanco, Texas
Blanco, TX vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Blanco, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  16.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% higher