Rockland, Maine vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 88.2% more expensive than Rockland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $45,173 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Rockland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
122% more expensive in Boston
than in Rockland, Maine
Rockland, ME vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Rockland, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  88.2% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  283.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  130.8% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.9% higher