South Portland, Maine vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 13.7% cheaper than South Portland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $64,717 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in South Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than South Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Melbourne
than in South Portland, Maine
South Portland, ME vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to South Portland, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.7% lower
      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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  10.0% higher
  Health
  10.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower