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PORTLAND vs. BOSTON
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Portland, Connecticut vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
44.7%
more expensive
than Portland, Connecticut.
You would need a salary of
$72,358
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Portland, Connecticut
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
107% more expensive in Boston
than in Portland, Connecticut
Portland, CT vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Portland, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
156.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% lower
Commute
23.9% higher
Health
24.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.7% higher
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