Houlton, ME vs North Berwick, ME

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Houlton is 27.1% cheaper than North Berwick. With a cost index of 67 vs 92, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Houlton to North Berwick should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Houlton is $719/month compared to $1,032/month in North Berwick — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Houlton is more affordable at $121,700 median vs $296,300.

Median household income in Houlton is $52,227 compared to $54,612 in North Berwick (-4.4%). North Berwick does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Houlton spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, less than the 22.7% in North Berwick.

Climate-wise, North Berwick is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 40.7°F in Houlton. North Berwick receives more rainfall at 41.2" per year compared to 39.3" in Houlton.