Brewer, ME Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Brewer, Maine?
$3,810 / month
for a family, 29.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,720 for the year for a family.
$3,033 / month
for a single person, 36.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $36,400 for the year for a single person.

Brewer cost of living score
85.7
Less expensive
14.3% lower
than the US average
11.6% lower
than the Maine average
Brewer, Maine gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.3% lower than the U.S. average and 11.6% higher than the average for Maine.

Brewer, ME

Housing costs in Brewer?
A typical home costs $238,000, which is 29.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.7% less expensive than the average Maine home, at $334,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brewer costs $1,190 per month, which is 16.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 5.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,250.

Can I afford Brewer?
To live comfortably in Brewer, Maine, a minimum annual income of $45,720 for a family, and $36,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brewer?
The cost of living in Brewer, ME is relatively low compared to other places in the United States and is especially affordable for those on a budget. According to BestPlaces, the overall cost of living index for Brewer is 68.7, which is significantly lower than the national average of 100. Housing costs typically account for the largest part of any family’s budget and in Brewer they are considerably lower than the national average. Utilities and transportation costs are also lower than the national average. Food and health care costs are slightly higher than elsewhere but still affordable for most budgets. All-in-all, the cost of living in Brewer, ME makes it an attractive option for those looking to stretch their money further than in many other places in America.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBrewerMaineUnited States
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    Unlock$334,000$338,100
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   100=National Average

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Over 13 years ago

strong sense of community  More

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Over 15 years ago

Don't forget to go to the chinese buffet called (I think) the twin super buffet. It's the best chinese buffet north of  More

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Over 16 years ago

IT is cold with lots snow,(im not a cold,snow enthusiast) the spring has loads black flies and in the summer mosquitos that could carry you away,plus high  More

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