Chisholm, ME vs Madawaska, ME

Chisholm, ME and Madawaska, ME have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Chisholm scores 68 while Madawaska scores 66 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 Chisholm is $734/month compared to $576/month in Madawaska — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Madawaska has cheaper rent, Chisholm actually has lower median home values ($131,000 vs $157,400).

Median household income in Chisholm is $59,524 compared to $42,708 in Madawaska (+39.4%). While Chisholm is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chisholm spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Madawaska.

Climate-wise, Chisholm is notably warmer with an average of 46.1°F compared to 40.1°F in Madawaska. Chisholm receives more rainfall at 41.8" per year compared to 32.9" in Madawaska.