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PORTLAND vs. BUFFALO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Portland, Maine vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
20.9%
cheaper
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$59,316
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Portland, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
72.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.3% higher
Commute
34.0% higher
Health
16.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.3% lower
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