Portland, Maine vs. Carlsbad, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carlsbad, California is 75.6% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $131,702 in Carlsbad, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carlsbad, California is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
192% more expensive in Carlsbad
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Carlsbad, CA
Compared to Portland, Carlsbad is:
  Homeowner
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  75.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  182.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  64.4% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
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  Personal
  1.8% lower
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