Biddeford, ME vs Old Orchard Beach, ME

Biddeford, ME and Old Orchard Beach, ME have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.8% difference in their overall index. Biddeford scores 101 while Old Orchard Beach scores 97 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 Biddeford is $1,187/month compared to $1,120/month in Old Orchard Beach — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Old Orchard Beach is more affordable at $317,800 median vs $349,300.

Median household income in Biddeford is $69,794 compared to $65,842 in Old Orchard Beach (+6%). While Biddeford is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Biddeford spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, less than the 20.4% in Old Orchard Beach.

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