Farmingdale, ME vs Houlton, ME

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Houlton is 20% cheaper than Farmingdale. With a cost index of 67 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Houlton to Farmingdale should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Farmingdale is $912/month compared to $719/month in Houlton — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Houlton is more affordable at $121,700 median vs $213,700.

Median household income in Farmingdale is $50,263 compared to $52,227 in Houlton (-3.8%). Houlton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Farmingdale spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in Houlton.

Climate-wise, Farmingdale is notably warmer with an average of 46.1°F compared to 40.7°F in Houlton. Farmingdale receives more rainfall at 41.8" per year compared to 39.3" in Houlton.