A view of South Portland, Maine at the Portland Breakwater Light.
South Portland, ME
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South Portland, ME

Looking to move to South Portland, ME? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to South Portland, ME is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: South Portland, ME has a population of 25523. What about cost of living in South Portland, ME? The median income in South Portland, ME is $90,058 and the median home value is $440,969.

Read on to learn more about South Portland, ME, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in South Portland, ME

Average Temperatures

56 high / 37 low

Average Annual Rainfall

47 in

Average Annual Snowfall

62 in

Quick Facts about South Portland, Maine

Median Home Value
$440,969
Median Property Tax
$3,005
Total Population
25,523
Average Commute
16 min
Median Household Income
$90,058
Median Monthly Rent
$1,553

Map of South Portland, ME

South Portland, ME: Where to Live Now

A view of the Southwest Harbor in Bar Harbor, Maine.

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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