Portland, Maine vs. Laguna Hills, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laguna Hills, California is 49.3% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $74,665 in Laguna Hills, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laguna Hills, California is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Laguna Hills
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Laguna Hills, CA
Compared to Portland, Laguna Hills is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.3% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  142.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  43.8% higher
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower