Orono, Maine vs. Arcata, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arcata, California is 23.9% more expensive than Orono, Maine.

You would need a salary of $24,788 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Orono, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is more expensive than Orono, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Arcata
than in Orono, Maine
Orono, ME vs. Arcata, CA
Compared to Orono, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
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  23.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  18.7% higher
  Health
  16.5% higher
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  Personal
  3.3% higher
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