Brewer, ME vs Ellsworth, ME

Brewer, ME and Ellsworth, ME have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.3% difference in their overall index. Brewer scores 80 while Ellsworth 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 Brewer is $984/month compared to $955/month in Ellsworth — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellsworth is more affordable at $214,500 median vs $218,100.

Median household income in Brewer is $51,490 compared to $70,990 in Ellsworth (-27.5%). While Ellsworth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brewer spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 16.1% in Ellsworth.

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