Portland, Maine vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 24.5% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $35,869 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Columbia
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Portland, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  0.0% higher
  Health
  27.4% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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