Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs West Laurel, Maryland


The cost of living in West Laurel, Maryland is 15.4% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $86,532 in West Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Laurel, Maryland is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
72% more expensive in West Laurel
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs West Laurel, MD
Compared to Portland, West Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  72.6% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher

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