Maine Cost of Living
Housing costs and affordability data for 16 counties.
Average Monthly Rent
$969/mo
Average Home Value
$236,581
Average Owner Cost
$1,061/mo
▼17% below national average rent
At a Glance
Average Monthly Rent
$969/mo
17% below national median
Average Home Value
$236,581
16% below national median
Avg. Monthly Owner Cost
$1,061/mo
37% below national median
Affordability Rating
Affordable
Avg. rent under 30% of income
Most Expensive Counties
All Maine Counties
| County | Median Rent | Home Value | Owner Cost | Rent/Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland County | Moderate$1,492/mo | $411,400 | $1,609/mo | 29.0% |
| York County | Moderate$1,239/mo | $357,200 | $1,470/mo | 28.0% |
| Knox County | Moderate$1,079/mo | $290,800 | $1,246/mo | 30.0% |
| Sagadahoc County | Moderate$1,050/mo | $300,200 | $1,437/mo | 30.0% |
| Lincoln County | Moderate$1,003/mo | $306,200 | $1,128/mo | 26.0% |
| Hancock County | Moderate$1,000/mo | $278,400 | $1,068/mo | 30.0% |
| Penobscot County | Affordable$997/mo | $193,800 | $968/mo | 29.0% |
| Waldo County | Affordable$969/mo | $239,100 | $1,022/mo | 28.0% |
| Androscoggin County | Affordable$966/mo | $232,000 | $1,268/mo | 28.0% |
| Kennebec County | Affordable$952/mo | $219,900 | $1,073/mo | 29.0% |
| Somerset County | Affordable$887/mo | $155,200 | $782/mo | 26.0% |
| Oxford County | Affordable$807/mo | $192,300 | $875/mo | 31.0% |
| Piscataquis County | Affordable$807/mo | $153,300 | $738/mo | 26.0% |
| Washington County | Affordable$768/mo | $147,100 | $724/mo | 31.0% |
| Franklin County | Affordable$759/mo | $176,700 | $811/mo | 28.0% |
| Aroostook County | Affordable$736/mo | $131,700 | $762/mo | 28.0% |
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