Iowa City, Iowa vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 28.3% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $96,244 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Portland
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Iowa City, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  28.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  11.5% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
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  Personal
  4.2% higher
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