Augusta, Maine vs. Appleton, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Appleton, Wisconsin is 1.6% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $50,784 in Appleton, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Appleton, Wisconsin is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
70% more expensive in Appleton
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Appleton, WI
Compared to Augusta, Appleton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% lower
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher