Lincoln, VT vs Orleans, VT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Orleans is 23.7% cheaper than Lincoln. With a cost index of 71 vs 88, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Orleans to Lincoln should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lincoln is $845/month compared to $757/month in Orleans — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Orleans is more affordable at $156,300 median vs $328,800.

Median household income in Lincoln is $78,125 compared to $57,604 in Orleans (+35.6%). While Lincoln is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lincoln spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 15.8% in Orleans.