Saco, ME vs Topsham, ME

Saco, ME and Topsham, ME have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Saco scores 105 while Topsham scores 101 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Saco is $1,268/month compared to $1,211/month in Topsham — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Topsham is more affordable at $341,800 median vs $370,300.

Median household income in Saco is $84,328 compared to $80,545 in Topsham (+4.7%). While Saco is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Saco spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, less than the 18% in Topsham.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.5°F vs 45.7°F). Topsham receives more rainfall at 50" per year compared to 48.1" in Saco.