Cost of Living in Maine
Maine has 4 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Lewiston at $986/mo and highest in South Portland at $1,812/mo.
Maine at a Glance
Cities Tracked
4
with census data
Avg Cost Index
N/A
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,358
per month
Avg Household Income
$70,428
annual median
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Maine Cities — Full Table
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| Portland | 68,854 | — | $1,577 | $489,600 | $79,540 |
| Lewiston | 38,324 | — | $986 | $235,100 | $55,393 |
| Bangor | 31,938 | — | $1,055 | $219,600 | $59,942 |
| South Portland | 26,930 | — | $1,812 | $441,200 | $86,838 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
Compare Maine cities head-to-head
Use our comparison tool to put any two cities side by side. Or explore national rankings to see how Maine cities stack up across the US. For example, Portland vs Lewiston.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Maine
What is the cost of living in Maine?
Cost of living varies significantly across cities in Maine. Use the table below to compare individual cities.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Maine?
City-level cost index data for Maine is being compiled. Check back soon.
What is the median rent in Maine?
The average median gross rent across cities in Maine is approximately $1,358/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Maine?
State income tax information for Maine is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in Maine?
Sales tax information for Maine is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to Maine?
Check individual city profiles in Maine to estimate your cost of living. Our moving guides offer salary adjustment calculators for popular corridors.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology