Farmington, ME vs Wilton, ME

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Farmington, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Farmington scores 74 compared to 66 for Wilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Farmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Farmington is $838/month compared to $560/month in Wilton — a 50% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Farmington actually has lower median home values ($161,800 vs $163,500).

Median household income in Farmington is $39,646 compared to $55,721 in Wilton (-28.8%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Farmington spend roughly 25.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.1% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.1°F vs 46.1°F). Wilton receives more rainfall at 41.8" per year compared to 41.8" in Farmington.