Cost of Living Calculator - Jefferson City, Missouri vs South Portland, Maine


The cost of living in South Portland, Maine is 31.2% more expensive than Jefferson City, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $98,381 in South Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Portland, Maine is more expensive than Jefferson City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in South Portland
than in Jefferson City, Missouri
Jefferson City, MO vs South Portland, ME
Compared to Jefferson City, South Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  11.6% higher
  Health
  27.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher

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