Rochester, New York vs. Waterville, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waterville, Maine is 5.4% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $47,296 in Waterville, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waterville, Maine is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
51% cheaper in Waterville
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Waterville, ME
Compared to Rochester, Waterville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  30.5% lower
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% lower

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