Portland, Maine vs. South Lake Tahoe, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Lake Tahoe, California is 25.9% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $62,958 in South Lake Tahoe, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Lake Tahoe, California is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in South Lake Tahoe
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. South Lake Tahoe, CA
Compared to Portland, South Lake Tahoe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.9% higher
      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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  34.3% higher
  Health
  42.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower