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SEATTLE vs. PORTLAND
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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Portland, Maine

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 33.3% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $36,619 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Portland, Maine is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Portland
than in Seattle, Washington

Seattle, WA vs Portland, ME

Compared to Seattle, Portland is:

Homeowner

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33.3% lower

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2.4% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

56.7% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

49.3% higher

Commute

44.4% lower

Health

2.6% higher

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Personal

10.1% lower

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