Rumford, Maine vs. Waynesboro, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waynesboro, Mississippi is 4.9% more expensive than Rumford, Maine.

You would need a salary of $131,122 in Waynesboro, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Rumford, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waynesboro, Mississippi is more expensive than Rumford, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% more expensive in Waynesboro
than in Rumford, Maine
Rumford, ME vs. Waynesboro, MS
Compared to Rumford, Waynesboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  26.9% higher
  Health
  9.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower