Portland, Maine vs. New Bedford, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Bedford, Massachusetts is 8.4% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $54,960 in New Bedford, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Bedford, Massachusetts is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in New Bedford
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. New Bedford, MA
Compared to Portland, New Bedford is:
  Homeowner
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  8.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.0% higher
  Commute
  17.3% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
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  Personal
  5.3% lower
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