Chelsea, ME Cost of Living


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Chelsea cost of living score
88.6
Less expensive
11.4% lower
than the US average
8.7% lower
than the Maine average
Chelsea, Maine gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 88.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.4% lower than the U.S. average and 8.7% higher than the average for Maine.

Chelsea, ME

Housing costs in Chelsea?
A typical home costs $262,700, which is 22.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 21.3% less expensive than the average Maine home, at $334,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Chelsea costs $1,130 per month, which is 21.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,250.

Can I afford Chelsea?
To live comfortably in Chelsea, Maine, a minimum annual income of $50,400 for a family, and $35,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Chelsea?
The cost of living in Chelsea, ME is considerably lower than the national average. Housing costs are significantly lower, with median home values at $146,700 compared to the national average of $231,200. Additionally, transportation and utilities are also lower than the national averages. These savings make Chelsea a great place to live for those who want to stretch their budget further. Groceries and health care costs are similar to the national averages but are still very reasonable. In general, Chelsea offers a low-cost lifestyle that is attractive to those looking to save money or simply enjoy a more affordable way of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesChelseaMaineUnited States
  88.697.0100.0
  104.9107.1100
  93.896.5100.0
  71.7103.4100.0
  $262,700$334,000$338,100
  105.5%103.6%100.0%
  69.979.2100.0
  90.292.2100.0

   100=National Average

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