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SALEM vs. PORTLAND
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Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Massachusetts vs Portland, Maine
The cost of living in Portland, Maine is
10.5%
cheaper
than Salem, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$80,580
in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is
cheaper
than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Portland
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs Portland, ME
Compared to Salem, Portland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
20.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.4% lower
Commute
25.8% lower
Health
2.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% lower
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