Portland, Maine vs. Reading, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is 20.2% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $31,921 in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Reading
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Portland, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  29.8% higher
  Health
  27.4% higher
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  Personal
  8.4% lower
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