Pawleys Island, South Carolina vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 7.2% more expensive than Pawleys Island, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $80,388 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Pawleys Island, South Carolina
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
52% more expensive in Portland
than in Pawleys Island, South Carolina
Pawleys Island, SC vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Pawleys Island, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  7.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  3.3% lower
  Health
  10.5% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.0% higher
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