Orono, Maine vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 28.2% more expensive than Orono, Maine.

You would need a salary of $96,134 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Orono, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Orono, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Portland
than in Orono, Maine
Orono, ME vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Orono, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  28.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  11.7% higher
  Health
  10.4% lower
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  Personal
  11.1% higher
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