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PORTLAND vs. COLUMBIA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Columbia, South Carolina

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

You would need a salary of $56,635 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:

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24.5% lower

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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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