Anson, ME vs Dexter, ME

Anson is moderately more affordable than Dexter, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Anson scores 68 compared to 72 for Dexter, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dexter can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anson is $861/month compared to $883/month in Dexter — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Anson is more affordable at $74,600 median vs $153,200.

Median household income in Anson is $52,083 compared to $51,667 in Dexter (+0.8%). Anson offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Anson spend roughly 19.8% of their income on rent, less than the 20.5% in Dexter.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.1°F vs 45°F). Anson receives more rainfall at 41.8" per year compared to 41.7" in Dexter.