South Portland, Maine vs. Alpharetta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alpharetta, Georgia is 15.4% more expensive than South Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $57,724 in Alpharetta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in South Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alpharetta, Georgia is more expensive than South Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Alpharetta
than in South Portland, Maine
South Portland, ME vs. Alpharetta, GA
Compared to South Portland, Alpharetta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  59.2% higher
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower

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