Cost of Living Calculator - Rockland, Maine vs Salem, New Jersey


The cost of living in Salem, New Jersey is 5.9% more expensive than Rockland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $52,945 in Salem, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, New Jersey is more expensive than Rockland, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
86% more expensive in Salem
than in Rockland, Maine
Rockland, ME vs Salem, NJ
Compared to Rockland, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  86.3% higher
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher

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