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Orrington, ME is a quaint town located in the Penobscot River Valley. It is situated between Bangor and Brewer, providing an excellent location for commuters. The rental prices in Orrington are very attractive compared to the US average, with 2 bedroom apartments renting for around $1,220. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index is 6 points higher than the US average. Residents of Orrington enjoy access to several local stores and businesses including Orrington Town Market, Boar's Head Restaurant & Motel and Sheehy's Hardware & Supply Store. Other attractions in the area include Bangor City Forest, Rockland Harbor and Acadia National Park.

Orrington has an unemployment rate of 4.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Orrington has seen the job market decrease by -0.4% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 26.6%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Orrington
- The Sales Tax Rate for Orrington is 5.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Orrington 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 Orrington
- The average income of a Orrington resident is $28,805 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Orrington resident is $74,977 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyOrrington, MaineUnited States
  4.86
  -5.3%-6.2%
  26.6%33.5%
  5.5%6.2%
  6.8%4.6%
  $40,114$37,638
  $74,977$69,021
  $92,051$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.5%1.2%
  0.3%0.5%
  7.3%6.8%
  3.0%10.0%
  1.8%2.5%
  10.0%11.0%
  2.2%4.8%
  2.1%0.8%
  0.0%1.9%
  4.7%4.7%
  0.8%1.9%
  4.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.0%4.2%
  12.9%9.3%
  32.4%14.0%
  1.1%2.1%
  5.3%7.0%
  3.3%4.8%
  4.6%4.7%
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Over 15 years ago

Orrington is a quaint little town. It's not far from the city of Bangor where most professionals are employed. The summers are to die for and the falls are absolutely  More

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