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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Washington, District of Columbia

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 34.6% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $242,252 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Washington
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Washington, DC
Compared to Portland, Washington is:
  Homeowner
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  34.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  77.1% higher
  Health
  5.5% higher
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  Personal
  2.1% lower
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