Eastport, ME vs Oakfield, ME

Oakfield is moderately more affordable than Eastport, with a 9.5% lower cost of living index. Eastport scores 64 compared to 58 for Oakfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Eastport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eastport is $538/month compared to $575/month in Oakfield — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Eastport has cheaper rent, Oakfield actually has lower median home values ($67,100 vs $148,200).

Median household income in Eastport is $46,205 compared to $46,719 in Oakfield (-1.1%). Oakfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Eastport spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 14.8% in Oakfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.2°F vs 40.7°F). Eastport receives more rainfall at 44.4" per year compared to 39.3" in Oakfield.