Portland, Maine vs. West Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Fargo, North Dakota is 17.9% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $61,595 in West Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Fargo, North Dakota is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in West Fargo
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. West Fargo, ND
Compared to Portland, West Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% 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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  3.7% higher
  Health
  5.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% lower

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