Auburn, ME vs Brunswick, ME

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Auburn is 16.7% cheaper than Brunswick. With a cost index of 86 vs 103, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Auburn to Brunswick should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $983/month compared to $1,300/month in Brunswick — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburn is more affordable at $254,600 median vs $333,500.

Median household income in Auburn is $66,552 compared to $68,190 in Brunswick (-2.4%). Brunswick does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in Brunswick.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.7°F vs 45.7°F). Brunswick receives more rainfall at 50" per year compared to 50" in Auburn.