Portland, Maine vs. Derry, New Hampshire

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Derry, New Hampshire is 1.1% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $50,536 in Derry, New Hampshire to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Derry, New Hampshire is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% more expensive in Derry
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Derry, NH
Compared to Portland, Derry is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% higher
  Commute
  32.3% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher