Augusta, Maine vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 15.4% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $55,717 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Tucson
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Augusta, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  50.5% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher