Biddeford, ME vs Saco, ME

Biddeford, ME and Saco, ME have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Biddeford scores 101 while Saco scores 105 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 $1,268/month in Saco — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Biddeford is more affordable at $349,300 median vs $370,300.

Median household income in Biddeford is $69,794 compared to $84,328 in Saco (-17.2%). While Saco 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, more than the 18% in Saco.

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