Living in Maine

Last updated on Feb 21, 2023

Summary: People often describe life in Maine as peaceful, beautiful, and laid-back. People love the natural beauty of Maine, with its rocky coastline, lush forests, and picturesque mountains. The cost of living in Maine is slightly higher than the national average, but still relatively affordable. The approximate population of Maine is 1.3 million, and the largest cities are Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, and South Portland. The cons of living in Maine include the cold winters, the lack of job opportunities, and the limited public transportation. Additionally, the cost of living can be high in some areas, and the state has a higher-than-average tax rate.

Is the cost of living in Maine high?

We asked people about the cost of living in Maine, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Maine is moderate, and is slightly lower than the national average. Rent prices vary, depending on the town and city. However, on average, a nice 1-bedroom apartment can cost around $900 and a nice 2-bedroom apartment can cost around $1100. Eating out at a moderately-priced restaurant generally costs around $25 per person," commented one expat who moved to Maine.

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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.