Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Southwest Harbor, Maine


The cost of living in Southwest Harbor, Maine is 3.7% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $48,168 in Southwest Harbor, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Southwest Harbor, Maine is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
33% cheaper in Southwest Harbor
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Southwest Harbor, ME
Compared to Portland, Southwest Harbor is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% lower
      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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  30.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower

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