Oakland, Maine vs. Springfield, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Massachusetts is 3.6% more expensive than Oakland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $77,700 in Springfield, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Massachusetts is more expensive than Oakland, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
67% more expensive in Springfield
than in Oakland, Maine
Oakland, ME vs. Springfield, MA
Compared to Oakland, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  27.2% higher
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher