Acton, ME Cost of Living


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Acton cost of living score
109.9
More expensive
9.9% higher
than the US average
13.3% higher
than the Maine average
Acton, Maine gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 109.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 9.9% higher than the U.S. average and 13.3% higher than the average for Maine.

Acton, ME

Housing costs in Acton?
A typical home costs $398,200, which is 17.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.2% more expensive than the average Maine home, at $334,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Acton costs $1,400 per month, which is 2.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.7% more than the state average of $1,250.

Can I afford Acton?
To live comfortably in Acton, Maine, a minimum annual income of $76,320 for a family, and $44,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Acton?
The cost of living in Acton, ME is slightly higher than the national average. The median home value is $223,400 as of August 2020, which is slightly higher than the US median home value of $229,700. Renters in Acton will pay an average of $1,159 per month for a two-bedroom rental unit. A typical grocery bill for a family of four will run about $450 per month. Other daily expenses such as gas and utilities will be close to the national averages. Overall, living in Acton can be slightly more expensive than other areas due to its rural setting and small population size.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesActonMaineUnited States
  109.997.0100.0
  108.6107.1100
  91.096.5100.0
  110.5103.4100.0
  $398,200$334,000$338,100
  105.9%103.6%100.0%
  103.179.2100.0
  106.292.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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