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PORTLAND vs. SEATTLE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Seattle, Washington
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
50.0%
more expensive
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$524,806
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Seattle
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Seattle, WA
Compared to Portland, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
130.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
33.0% lower
Commute
80.0% higher
Health
2.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
11.2% higher
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