Portland, Maine vs. West Burke, Vermont

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Burke, Vermont is 25.7% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $37,131 in West Burke, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Burke, Vermont is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in West Burke
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. West Burke, VT
Compared to Portland, West Burke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% higher
  Commute
  2.4% higher
  Health
  42.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower