Question 1

Is Lewiston, ME or Saco, ME cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Lewiston, ME is cheaper. The median home price in Lewiston, ME is approximately $189,500 and in Saco, ME it is approximately $345,200 — a difference of $155,700.

Question 2

Is Lewiston, ME or Saco, ME safer?

Accepted Answer

Saco, ME scores higher on safety. Lewiston, ME has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate. Saco, ME has violent crime rated Low and property crime rated Moderate.

Question 3

Is Lewiston, ME or Saco, ME more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Lewiston, ME is more walkable. Lewiston, ME has a Walk Score of 12/100 and Saco, ME has a Walk Score of N/A/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Lewiston, ME or Saco, ME?

Accepted Answer

Lewiston, ME has higher-rated schools. Lewiston, ME has a school rating of 6.4/10 and Saco, ME has a rating of 5.4/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Lewiston, ME or Saco, ME?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Lewiston, ME	Saco, ME
Housing
Verdict	Think twice	Think twice
Median Price	$190K ✓ Lower price	$345K
Median Rent	$903 ✓ Lower rent	$1K
Median Income	$54K	$81K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate	Low ✓ More stable
Getting Around
Walk Score	12/100 ✓ More walkable	Car-dependent
Transit Score	Minimal transit	Minimal transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	N/A	45 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	B ✓ Safer
Violent Crime	Moderate	Low ✓ Lower risk
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good	Good
Community
Schools	6.4/10 ✓ Better schools	5.4/10
Best for	Families seeking a small-town vibeHomebuyers with budget constraints compared to larger citiesPeople who prefer outdoor activities	Families looking for suburban feelFirst‑time homebuyers with moderate budgetsRemote workers who value quiet

Lewiston, ME vs Saco, ME

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