Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Lowell, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Lowell, Massachusetts is 2.3% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $76,743 in Lowell, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lowell, Massachusetts is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
78% more expensive in Lowell
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Lowell, MA
Compared to Portland, Lowell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  28.5% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher

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