Cost of Living in South Portland, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.4
100 = national avg
+47.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,859
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,303
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing192.9
Food114.6
Transportation129.3
Healthcare111.7
Utilities127.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,397
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,833
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Portland is 147.4, which is 47.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 192.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,859 per year to cover basic expenses.