Derby Line, VT vs Lincoln, VT

Derby Line is moderately more affordable than Lincoln, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Derby Line scores 79 compared to 88 for Lincoln, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lincoln can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Derby Line is $959/month compared to $845/month in Lincoln — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lincoln has cheaper rent, Derby Line actually has lower median home values ($180,600 vs $328,800).

Median household income in Derby Line is $69,000 compared to $78,125 in Lincoln (-11.7%). While Lincoln is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Derby Line spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Lincoln.