Carlisle, Pennsylvania vs. Rockland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockland, Maine is 11.6% cheaper than Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $44,197 in Rockland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockland, Maine is cheaper than Carlisle, Pennsylvania
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% cheaper in Rockland
than in Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Carlisle, PA vs. Rockland, ME
Compared to Carlisle, Rockland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% lower
      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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  31.7% lower
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower