Boston vs Portland

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

Boston

United States

141cost index

Boston is 41% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Portland

United States

118cost index

Portland is 18% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

19.5%

Boston is 19.5% pricier than Portland

Salary Equivalent

1.19x

$1,000 in Portland = $1195 in Boston

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