Phoenix, Arizona vs. Saco, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Saco, Maine is 3.0% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $48,482 in Saco, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Saco, Maine is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
29% cheaper in Saco
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Saco, ME
Compared to Phoenix, Saco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  12.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  29.7% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher