Berwick, ME vs Hampden, ME

Hampden is moderately more affordable than Berwick, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Berwick scores 94 compared to 84 for Hampden, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Berwick can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Berwick is $1,044/month compared to $985/month in Hampden — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hampden is more affordable at $270,100 median vs $309,600.

Median household income in Berwick is $64,864 compared to $101,417 in Hampden (-36%). Hampden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Berwick spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, more than the 11.7% in Hampden.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.7°F vs 45°F). Hampden receives more rainfall at 41.7" per year compared to 41.2" in Berwick.