Hampden, ME vs Old Orchard Beach, ME

Hampden is moderately more affordable than Old Orchard Beach, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Hampden scores 84 compared to 97 for Old Orchard Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Old Orchard Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hampden is $985/month compared to $1,120/month in Old Orchard Beach — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hampden is more affordable at $270,100 median vs $317,800.

Median household income in Hampden is $101,417 compared to $65,842 in Old Orchard Beach (+54%). Hampden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hampden spend roughly 11.7% of their income on rent, less than the 20.4% in Old Orchard Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45°F vs 47.5°F). Old Orchard Beach receives more rainfall at 48.1" per year compared to 41.7" in Hampden.