Presque Isle, Maine vs. Orono, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orono, Maine is 13.2% more expensive than Presque Isle, Maine.

You would need a salary of $84,922 in Orono, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Presque Isle, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orono, Maine is more expensive than Presque Isle, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Orono
than in Presque Isle, Maine
Presque Isle, ME vs. Orono, ME
Compared to Presque Isle, Orono is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  4.1% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher