Rochester, New York vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 34.5% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $100,871 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
244% more expensive in Portland
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Rochester, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  34.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  311.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  15.7% lower
  Health
  15.7% lower
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  Personal
  0.3% higher
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