Bangor, Maine vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 0.6% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $110,655 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% more expensive in Columbia
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Bangor, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  10.9% higher
  Health
  14.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher