Biddeford, ME vs Oshkosh, WI
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Biddeford
66.9
#1482 nationally
Oshkosh
76.8
#317 nationally
Oshkosh leads in crime level (6.4 vs 8.6). Oshkosh leads in average commute (17.3 min vs 23 min). Oshkosh leads in cost of living index (92 vs 113).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Biddeford, ME | Oshkosh, WI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1482) | 76.8 (#317) |
| Population | 22,367 | 66,184 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $517,712 | $262,743 |
| Median Household Income | $63,261 | $59,186 |
| Average Commute | 23 min | 17.3 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | 6.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 113 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.5 | R+4.8 |
D
66.9 Score
Biddeford, ME
Small Maine city with local appeal
Median Home
$517,712
Population
22,367
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Northeast
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C
76.8 Score
Oshkosh, WI
Wisconsin community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$262,743
Population
66,184
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Midwest
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