Portland, Maine vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 17.3% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $429,848 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Rochester
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Portland, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
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  Personal
  6.9% lower
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