Madison, ME vs Mars Hill, ME

Mars Hill is moderately more affordable than Madison, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Madison scores 68 compared to 60 for Mars Hill, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Madison can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Madison is $880/month compared to $475/month in Mars Hill — a 85% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mars Hill has cheaper rent, Madison actually has lower median home values ($70,800 vs $126,200).

Median household income in Madison is $43,095 compared to $46,667 in Mars Hill (-7.7%). Mars Hill offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Madison spend roughly 24.5% of their income on rent, more than the 12.2% in Mars Hill.

Climate-wise, Madison is notably warmer with an average of 46.1°F compared to 40.7°F in Mars Hill. Madison receives more rainfall at 41.8" per year compared to 40.7" in Mars Hill.