Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Palmdale, California


The cost of living in Palmdale, California is 17.5% more expensive than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $58,758 in Palmdale, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmdale, California is more expensive than Portland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
135% more expensive in Palmdale
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Palmdale, CA
Compared to Portland, Palmdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  135.2% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.