Portland, Maine vs. West New York, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West New York, New Jersey is 9.5% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $54,736 in West New York, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West New York, New Jersey is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
103% more expensive in West New York
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs. West New York, NJ
Compared to Portland, West New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.5% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  103.7% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower