Newton, Iowa vs. Calais, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Calais, Maine is 3.0% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,478 in Calais, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Calais, Maine is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
24% more expensive in Calais
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Calais, ME
Compared to Newton, Calais is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower