Orono, Maine vs. Rutland, Vermont

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rutland, Vermont is 1.4% more expensive than Orono, Maine.

You would need a salary of $50,687 in Rutland, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Orono, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rutland, Vermont is more expensive than Orono, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% more expensive in Rutland
than in Orono, Maine
Orono, ME vs. Rutland, VT
Compared to Orono, Rutland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% higher
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  26.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher