Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 9.3% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $98,350 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Portland
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Raleigh, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  9.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  4.5% lower
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  Personal
  10.1% higher
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