Chelmsford, Massachusetts vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 16.1% cheaper than Chelmsford, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $75,551 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is cheaper than Chelmsford, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Portland
than in Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Chelmsford, MA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Chelmsford, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  16.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  25.5% lower
  Health
  2.7% higher
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  Personal
  13.0% lower
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