Rochester, New York vs. Rumford, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rumford, Maine is 11.7% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $44,171 in Rumford, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rumford, Maine is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% cheaper in Rumford
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Rumford, ME
Compared to Rochester, Rumford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  22.0% lower
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower