Berwick, ME vs Lisbon Falls, ME

Lisbon Falls is moderately more affordable than Berwick, with a 8.8% lower cost of living index. Berwick scores 94 compared to 86 for Lisbon Falls, 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 $1,028/month in Lisbon Falls — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lisbon Falls is more affordable at $237,800 median vs $309,600.

Median household income in Berwick is $64,864 compared to $71,513 in Lisbon Falls (-9.3%). Lisbon Falls 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 17.3% in Lisbon Falls.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.7°F vs 45.7°F). Lisbon Falls receives more rainfall at 50" per year compared to 41.2" in Berwick.