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United States / Maine / No Metro Area / Hancock County / Deer Isle / Zip Codes
Deer Isle, ME is a small town with stunning views of the ocean. It has a population of around 1,600 people and is known for its beautiful natural environment and low cost of living. The average 2 bedroom rent in Deer Isle is $1,020, cheaper than the US average at $1,430. The grocery stores in Deer Isle also have a lower cost index at 110 compared to the US base rate of 100. Local companies include Sea-Vu South Campground & Marina, Carvers Harbor Market, and Haystack Lobster Pound. As well as offering a great place to relax and enjoy nature, Deer Isle has excellent employment opportunities thanks to these businesses.

Deer Isle has an unemployment rate of 6.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Deer Isle has seen the job market increase by 0.8% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 32.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Deer Isle
- The Sales Tax Rate for Deer Isle is 5.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Deer Isle is 7.2%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Deer Isle
- The average income of a Deer Isle resident is $29,732 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Deer Isle resident is $58,250 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyDeer Isle, MaineUnited States
  6.76
  -8.0%-6.2%
  32.5%33.5%
  5.5%6.2%
  6.8%4.6%
  $38,186$37,638
  $58,250$69,021
  $84,423$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  22.2%1.2%
  0.9%0.5%
  9.0%6.8%
  2.6%10.0%
  7.2%2.5%
  12.4%11.0%
  3.9%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  0.8%1.9%
  0.9%4.7%
  2.3%1.9%
  1.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.9%4.2%
  7.2%9.3%
  12.6%14.0%
  2.2%2.1%
  1.2%7.0%
  6.6%4.8%
  2.4%4.7%
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If you enjoy natural beauty, Deer Isle is ideal. Deer Isle is an island, a hidden gem in the Blue Hill Peninsula area. The island is accessible via a beautiful  More

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