Providence, Rhode Island vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 3.5% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $56,933 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Portland
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Providence, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  31.4% lower
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% lower