Portland, Maine vs. New London, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New London, Connecticut is 17.7% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $49,383 in New London, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New London, Connecticut is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in New London
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. New London, CT
Compared to Portland, New London is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% lower
      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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  7.5% higher
  Health
  24.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower