Portland, Maine vs. Lafayette, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, California is 131.6% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $115,818 in Lafayette, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, California is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
291% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Lafayette, CA
Compared to Portland, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
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  131.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  409.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  62.0% higher
  Health
  33.8% higher
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  Personal
  1.5% higher
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