Portland, Maine vs. Alsea, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alsea, Oregon is 21.5% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $58,847 in Alsea, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alsea, Oregon is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Alsea
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Alsea, OR
Compared to Portland, Alsea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.4% lower
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower