Portland, Maine vs. Rochester, New Hampshire

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New Hampshire is 14.6% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $42,717 in Rochester, New Hampshire to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New Hampshire is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Rochester
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. Rochester, NH
Compared to Portland, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  8.2% lower
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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