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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Maine to Oregon

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Maine to Oregon move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Maine

Population1.4M
State Income Tax5.8%-7.15%
Avg Home Price$340,000
Avg Rent$1,200/mo
Property Tax Rate1.36%
DESTINATION

Moving to Oregon

Population4.2M
State Income Tax4.75%-9.9%
Avg Home Price$480,000
Avg Rent$1,500/mo
Property Tax Rate0.97%

Why Are People Moving from Maine to Oregon?

The migration corridor between Maine and Oregon is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Oregon costs about $140,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Oregon average 40°F, compared to 22°F in Maine.

Jobs & Industry: Oregon's key industries include Technology, Forestry, Agriculture, which attract professionals from Maine's Tourism and Fishing sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

No specific city-to-city routes are currently listed for this state pair. Check back soon or explore our Route Directory.

Cities in Maine

Auburn
Bangor
Lewiston
Portland

Cities in Oregon

Other Major Cities

Bend
Eugene
Medford
Salem

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Maine and Oregon:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

MaineOregon Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Oregon driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Oregon within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Oregon after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Oregon vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions in Portland metro.

Things to Know About Oregon

  • No sales tax on any purchases
  • Attendants pump your gas in most of the state
  • DEQ emissions testing required in Portland metro area

What's Different: Maine vs Oregon

Taxes

Maine Income Tax:5.8%-7.15%
Oregon Income Tax:4.75%-9.9%
Maine Property Tax:1.36%
Oregon Property Tax:0.97%

Weather

Maine Summer Avg:76°F
Oregon Summer Avg:80°F
Maine Winter Avg:22°F
Oregon Winter Avg:40°F

Cost of Living

Maine COL Index:107
Oregon COL Index:113
Maine Avg Home Price:$340,000
Oregon Avg Home Price:$480,000
Maine Avg Rent:$1,200/mo
Oregon Avg Rent:$1,500/mo

Ready to make the move to Oregon?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between Maine and Oregon.