Rockland, Maine vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 84.8% more expensive than Rockland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $92,393 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Rockland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
118% more expensive in Washington
than in Rockland, Maine
Rockland, ME vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Rockland, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  84.8% 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
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  254.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  137.0% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher