Houghton, Michigan vs. Fort Kent, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Kent, Maine is 9.0% cheaper than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $45,518 in Fort Kent, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Kent, Maine is cheaper than Houghton, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Fort Kent
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Fort Kent, ME
Compared to Houghton, Fort Kent is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.0% 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
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  19.1% lower
  Health
  2.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher