Rockland, Maine vs. Bangor, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bangor, Maine is 3.1% more expensive than Rockland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $41,227 in Bangor, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bangor, Maine is more expensive than Rockland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
20% more expensive in Bangor
than in Rockland, Maine
Rockland, ME vs. Bangor, ME
Compared to Rockland, Bangor is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  20.7% higher
  Health
  7.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower