Wells, Maine vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 3.2% more expensive than Wells, Maine.

You would need a salary of $51,614 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Wells, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Wells, Maine
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
18% more expensive in Portland
than in Wells, Maine
Wells, ME vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Wells, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  3.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  0.5% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.6% higher
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