South Portland, ME vs Westbrook, ME

Westbrook is moderately more affordable than South Portland, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. South Portland scores 120 compared to 106 for Westbrook, 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 South Portland is $1,648/month compared to $1,373/month in Westbrook — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Westbrook is more affordable at $341,800 median vs $405,800.

Median household income in South Portland is $84,563 compared to $85,868 in Westbrook (-1.5%). Westbrook offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of South Portland spend roughly 23.4% of their income on rent, more than the 19.2% in Westbrook.

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