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COLUMBIA vs. PORTLAND
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Columbia, South Carolina vs. Portland, Maine
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
32.4%
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$66,213
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
121% more expensive in Portland
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Columbia, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.4% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
15.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
126.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.7% lower
Commute
0.0% higher
Health
21.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.9% higher
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