Rockport, Maine vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 9.7% more expensive than Rockport, Maine.

You would need a salary of $82,279 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockport, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Rockport, Maine
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
39% more expensive in Portland
than in Rockport, Maine
Rockport, ME vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Rockport, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.7% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher

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