Williamsburg, Virginia vs. Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Maine is 11.6% more expensive than Williamsburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $66,939 in Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Maine is more expensive than Williamsburg, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Portland
than in Williamsburg, Virginia
Williamsburg, VA vs. Portland, ME
Compared to Williamsburg, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  9.3% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher