Scarborough, ME Cost of Living


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Scarborough cost of living score
112.5
More expensive
12.5% higher
than the US average
16.0% higher
than the Maine average
Scarborough, Maine gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 112.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.5% higher than the U.S. average and 16.0% higher than the average for Maine.

Scarborough, ME

Housing costs in Scarborough?
A typical home costs $562,900, which is 66.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 68.5% more expensive than the average Maine home, at $334,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Scarborough costs $2,050 per month, which is 43.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 39.0% more than the state average of $1,250.

Can I afford Scarborough?
To live comfortably in Scarborough, Maine, a minimum annual income of $108,000 for a family, and $63,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Scarborough?
The cost of living in Scarborough, ME is relatively affordable compared to other parts of the country. The median household income in Scarborough is $87,711 a year which is higher than the national average. The cost of housing in Scarborough is also lower than the US average. According to Zillow, the median home value in Scarborough is around $316,000. This makes Scarborough one of the most affordable places to live for those looking for a relaxed lifestyle without breaking the bank. Furthermore, there are many job opportunities within easy reach of Scarborough and its surrounding areas which make it an ideal place to live and work. In addition, taxes are lower than many other states and there are plenty of amenities such as parks and recreational activities that make life in Scarborough enjoyable.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesScarboroughMaineUnited States
  112.597.0100.0
  117.5107.1100
  90.596.5100.0
  185.1103.4100.0
  $562,900$334,000$338,100
  102.7%103.6%100.0%
  75.979.2100.0
  114.392.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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We moved here from CA. We were tired of the crime and grime of the state of CA. We absolutely love Maine and Scarborough is a suburb of Portland ME and the dang cutest  More

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