Augusta, Maine vs. Aiken, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aiken, South Carolina is 4.1% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $74,953 in Aiken, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aiken, South Carolina is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in Aiken
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Aiken, SC
Compared to Augusta, Aiken is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  31.8% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower