Auburn, ME vs Old Orchard Beach, ME

Auburn is moderately more affordable than Old Orchard Beach, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 86 compared to 97 for Old Orchard Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Old Orchard Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $983/month compared to $1,120/month in Old Orchard Beach — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburn is more affordable at $254,600 median vs $317,800.

Median household income in Auburn is $66,552 compared to $65,842 in Old Orchard Beach (+1.1%). Auburn offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 20.4% in Old Orchard Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.7°F vs 47.5°F). Auburn receives more rainfall at 50" per year compared to 48.1" in Old Orchard Beach.