Old Orchard Beach, ME vs South Portland, ME

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Old Orchard Beach is 19.4% cheaper than South Portland. With a cost index of 97 vs 120, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Old Orchard Beach to South Portland should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Old Orchard Beach is $1,120/month compared to $1,648/month in South Portland — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Old Orchard Beach is more affordable at $317,800 median vs $405,800.

Median household income in Old Orchard Beach is $65,842 compared to $84,563 in South Portland (-22.1%). While South Portland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Old Orchard Beach spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, less than the 23.4% in South Portland.

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