Columbia, Missouri vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 24.6% more expensive than Columbia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $99,688 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Columbia, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Portland
than in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, MO vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Columbia, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  24.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  27.5% lower
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  Personal
  8.9% higher
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