Bangor, Maine vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 25.0% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $68,750 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
105% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Bangor, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.0% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  106.0% higher
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% higher