South Portland, Maine vs. Carmel, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carmel, Indiana is 4.7% more expensive than South Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $52,331 in Carmel, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in South Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carmel, Indiana is more expensive than South Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Carmel
than in South Portland, Maine
South Portland, ME vs. Carmel, IN
Compared to South Portland, Carmel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  19.4% higher
  Health
  9.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher