Cost of Living Calculator - Mount Desert, Maine vs Boston, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 11.9% more expensive than Mount Desert, Maine.

You would need a salary of $55,945 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Mount Desert, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Mount Desert, Maine
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
107% more expensive in Boston
than in Mount Desert, Maine
Mount Desert, ME vs Boston, MA
Compared to Mount Desert, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  81.5% higher
  Health
  23.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.1% higher

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