Grinnell, Iowa vs. Fort Kent, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Kent, Maine is 1.3% cheaper than Grinnell, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $74,053 in Fort Kent, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Grinnell, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Kent, Maine is cheaper than Grinnell, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Fort Kent
than in Grinnell, Iowa
Grinnell, IA vs. Fort Kent, ME
Compared to Grinnell, Fort Kent is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  2.5% lower
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower