Bangor, ME vs Lewiston, ME

Bangor, ME and Lewiston, ME have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Bangor scores 80 while Lewiston scores 82 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bangor is $1,019/month compared to $954/month in Lewiston — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lewiston has cheaper rent, Bangor actually has lower median home values ($206,300 vs $214,200).

Median household income in Bangor is $58,096 compared to $56,558 in Lewiston (+2.7%). Bangor offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bangor spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 20.2% in Lewiston.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45°F vs 45.7°F). Lewiston receives more rainfall at 50" per year compared to 41.7" in Bangor.