Cost of Living Calculator - South Portland, Maine vs Lawrence, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Lawrence, Massachusetts is 0.5% more expensive than South Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $50,274 in Lawrence, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in South Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lawrence, Massachusetts is more expensive than South Portland, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% more expensive in Lawrence
than in South Portland, Maine
South Portland, ME vs Lawrence, MA
Compared to South Portland, Lawrence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.5% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  25.6% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher

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