Calais, ME Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Calais, Maine?
$2,220 / month
for a family, 58.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,640 for the year for a family.
$2,267 / month
for a single person, 52.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,200 for the year for a single person.

Calais cost of living score
77.1
Less expensive
22.9% lower
than the US average
20.5% lower
than the Maine average
Calais, Maine gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.9% lower than the U.S. average and 20.5% higher than the average for Maine.

Calais, ME

Housing costs in Calais?
A typical home costs $138,600, which is 59.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 58.5% less expensive than the average Maine home, at $334,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Calais costs $900 per month, which is 37.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 38.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,250.

Can I afford Calais?
To live comfortably in Calais, Maine, a minimum annual income of $26,640 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Calais?
The cost of living in Calais, ME is quite affordable compared to the national average. The median home value in Calais is $105,700, about 17% lower than the U.S. median home value of $128,400. Transportation costs are also relatively low in Calais, with a one-way fare on public transit costing only $1.50 and gas prices averaging around 18 cents per gallon lower than the national average at any given time. Groceries are also reasonably priced here; the local grocery store offers competitive pricing on most items as well as weekly specials and discounts for frequent shoppers. Overall, Calais offers its residents a comfortable and affordable lifestyle without sacrificing quality or convenience.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesCalaisMaineUnited States
  77.197.0100.0
  103.9107.1100
  117.296.5100.0
  43.7103.4100.0
  $138,600$334,000$338,100
  89.9103.6100
  70.779.2100.0
  78.292.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

I moved to Calais, Maine approximately 5 years ago and am currently trying to sell the home I own and move from the area. I have never lived in a place with such a  More

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Over 18 years ago

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