Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 0.6% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $75,469 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% more expensive in Tempe
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Portland, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  41.5% higher
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower

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