Rochester, New York vs. Gorham, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gorham, Maine is 32.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $299,099 in Gorham, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gorham, Maine is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
241% more expensive in Gorham
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Gorham, ME
Compared to Rochester, Gorham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.9% 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
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  280.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher