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PORTLAND vs. ALBANY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Portland, Maine vs. Albany, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Albany, New York is
13.8%
cheaper
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$103,485
in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is
cheaper
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Albany
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Portland, Albany is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
40.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.1% higher
Commute
14.7% higher
Health
29.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.9% higher
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