Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in South Portland, ME?
Stretched but workable — rent takes 32.8% of gross income.
South Portland rent: June 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Maine state estimate).
About rent and a physical therapist salary
Physical therapist pay covers comfortable rent across most US metros. At the national-average PT salary, the 30% rule supports about $2,493 a month in rent, which is above the median in most cities tracked here.
Cheaper rent nearby
These Maine cities have lower median rent than South Portland, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for South Portland, ME →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in South Portland, ME?
Median rent in South Portland is $2,533 a month. A typical physical therapist in Maine earns about $92,730 a year, which makes that rent 32.8% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a physical therapist afford in South Portland?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in Maine (~$92,730/yr) supports up to $2,318 a month in rent. South Portland's current median rent is $2,533/mo, which is $215/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in South Portland?
At an hourly equivalent of about $45 an hour, a physical therapist in Maine works roughly 56.8 hours a month to cover South Portland's median rent of $2,533.
Where is rent cheaper than South Portland for a physical therapist?
Nearby Maine cities with lower median rent include Freeport ($2,532/mo), Yarmouth ($2,518/mo), Kittery ($2,472/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.