Portland, Maine vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 29.0% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $96,783 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Portland, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  29.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  101.2% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
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  Personal
  0.4% lower
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