Myrtle Beach, South Carolina vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 28.0% more expensive than Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $39,690 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Portland
than in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, SC vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Myrtle Beach, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  28.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  106.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  3.3% lower
  Health
  7.7% lower
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  Personal
  8.0% higher
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