Bangor, Maine vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 12.3% cheaper than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $43,869 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Bangor, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Emporia
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Bangor, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% lower
      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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower