Salem, New Hampshire vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 5.1% cheaper than Salem, New Hampshire.

You would need a salary of $0 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, New Hampshire.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is cheaper than Salem, New Hampshire
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Portland
than in Salem, New Hampshire
Salem, NH vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Salem, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  21.2% lower
  Health
  8.6% higher
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  Personal
  1.8% lower
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