Bangor, Maine vs. Marion, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Iowa is 0.7% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $50,357 in Marion, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Iowa is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% more expensive in Marion
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Marion, IA
Compared to Bangor, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher