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BOSTON vs. PORTLAND
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
27.1%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$218,840
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Portland
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Boston, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.1% lower
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
0.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
48.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.1% lower
Commute
42.0% lower
Health
0.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.3% lower
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