Columbia, South Carolina vs. Augusta, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Augusta, Maine is 1.9% cheaper than Columbia, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $29,432 in Augusta, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Augusta, Maine is cheaper than Columbia, South Carolina
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
18% cheaper in Augusta
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Augusta, ME
Compared to Columbia, Augusta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  18.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower