Topsham, Maine vs. Chesapeake, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chesapeake, Virginia is 6.8% more expensive than Topsham, Maine.

You would need a salary of $149,555 in Chesapeake, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Topsham, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chesapeake, Virginia is more expensive than Topsham, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
21% more expensive in Chesapeake
than in Topsham, Maine
Topsham, ME vs. Chesapeake, VA
Compared to Topsham, Chesapeake is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  27.5% higher
  Health
  15.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher