Derby Line, VT vs Wells River, VT

Wells River is moderately more affordable than Derby Line, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Derby Line scores 79 compared to 71 for Wells River, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Derby Line 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 $755/month in Wells River — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wells River is more affordable at $160,800 median vs $180,600.

Median household income in Derby Line is $69,000 compared to $40,556 in Wells River (+70.1%). While Derby Line 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, less than the 22.3% in Wells River.