Portland, Maine vs. Charles Town, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charles Town, West Virginia is 1.6% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $50,804 in Charles Town, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charles Town, West Virginia is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
83% more expensive in Charles Town
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Charles Town, WV
Compared to Portland, Charles Town is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% higher
      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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  83.2% higher
  Health
  37.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower