Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Rochester, Washington


The cost of living in Rochester, Washington is 0.9% cheaper than Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $74,331 in Rochester, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Washington is cheaper than Portland, Maine
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
25% cheaper in Rochester
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Rochester, WA
Compared to Portland, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.8% lower
  Commute
  30.9% higher
  Health
  3.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower

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