Lewiston, Maine vs. Poughkeepsie, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poughkeepsie, New York is 19.0% more expensive than Lewiston, Maine.

You would need a salary of $59,524 in Poughkeepsie, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poughkeepsie, New York is more expensive than Lewiston, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
151% more expensive in Poughkeepsie
than in Lewiston, Maine
Lewiston, ME vs. Poughkeepsie, NY
Compared to Lewiston, Poughkeepsie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.0% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  39.1% higher
  Health
  31.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher