Portland, Maine vs. Franklin Town, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Franklin Town, Massachusetts is 22.1% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $91,555 in Franklin Town, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Franklin Town, Massachusetts is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Franklin Town
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Franklin Town, MA
Compared to Portland, Franklin Town is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% higher
  Commute
  69.8% higher
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher