Ellsworth, ME vs Norway, ME

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Norway is 20% cheaper than Ellsworth. With a cost index of 68 vs 82, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Norway to Ellsworth should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellsworth is $955/month compared to $758/month in Norway — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Norway is more affordable at $121,200 median vs $214,500.

Median household income in Ellsworth is $70,990 compared to $41,370 in Norway (+71.6%). 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 Ellsworth spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Norway.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45°F vs 44.7°F). Norway receives more rainfall at 46.9" per year compared to 41.7" in Ellsworth.