Old Town, ME vs Pittsfield, ME

Pittsfield is moderately more affordable than Old Town, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Old Town scores 78 compared to 74 for Pittsfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Old Town can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Old Town is $1,014/month compared to $851/month in Pittsfield — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pittsfield is more affordable at $151,100 median vs $183,200.

Median household income in Old Town is $49,329 compared to $57,292 in Pittsfield (-13.9%). Pittsfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Old Town spend roughly 24.7% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Pittsfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.2°F vs 45°F). Old Town receives more rainfall at 44.4" per year compared to 41.7" in Pittsfield.