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PORTLAND vs. BOSTON
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 37.1% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $138,260 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Boston
than in Portland, Maine

Portland, ME vs Boston, MA

Compared to Portland, Boston is:

Homeowner

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37.1% higher

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0.1% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

94.8% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

13.7% higher

Commute

72.5% higher

Health

0.9% lower

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Personal

19.5% higher

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