Lincoln, ME vs Washburn, ME

Washburn is moderately more affordable than Lincoln, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Lincoln scores 62 compared to 56 for Washburn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lincoln can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lincoln is $640/month compared to $433/month in Washburn — a 48% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Washburn is more affordable at $89,600 median vs $120,200.

Median household income in Lincoln is $33,750 compared to $39,688 in Washburn (-15%). Washburn offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lincoln spend roughly 22.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Washburn.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.8°F vs 40.7°F). Lincoln receives more rainfall at 42.6" per year compared to 40.7" in Washburn.