Rochester Hills, Michigan vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 0.7% cheaper than Rochester Hills, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $49,645 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is cheaper than Rochester Hills, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% cheaper in Portland
than in Rochester Hills, Michigan
Rochester Hills, MI vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Rochester Hills, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  36.0% lower
  Health
  13.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower