Saco, ME vs South Portland, ME

Saco is moderately more affordable than South Portland, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Saco scores 105 compared to 120 for South Portland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of South Portland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Saco is $1,268/month compared to $1,648/month in South Portland — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Saco is more affordable at $370,300 median vs $405,800.

Median household income in Saco is $84,328 compared to $84,563 in South Portland (-0.3%). South Portland does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Saco spend roughly 18% 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 Saco.