Boston, Massachusetts vs. Penobscot, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Penobscot, Maine is 38.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $40,169 in Penobscot, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Penobscot, Maine is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Penobscot
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Penobscot, ME
Compared to Boston, Penobscot is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.2% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  40.1% lower
  Health
  31.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.5% lower