Cost of living in Knox County, ME
Population 40,860 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Knox County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Income and earnings in Knox County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Knox County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Knox County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Knox County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.
Taxes in Knox County
State and local tax rates for Maine.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Knox County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Knox County
What it costs to live in Knox County each month.
- Rent $936
- Energy $206
- Water $55
- Groceries $348
- Transport $250
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $450
- State tax $191
- Rent $1,118
- Energy $247
- Water $65
- Groceries $577
- Transport $350
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $847
- State tax $387
- Rent $1,349
- Energy $309
- Water $75
- Groceries $875
- Transport $450
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $847
- State tax $387
Frequently asked questions about Knox County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Knox County?
In Knox County, ME, a one-bedroom apartment averages $936 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,118 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,349 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Knox County?
In Knox County, ME, the average household income is $71,903 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,607 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Knox County?
The estimated cost of living in Knox County, ME is approximately $2,916 per month for a single person, $4,455 for a couple, $6,842 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Knox County?
The combined sales tax rate in Knox County, ME is 5.50%, which includes the Maine state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.
Is Knox County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Knox County, ME would need approximately $2,916 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,903 per year ($5,992 per month). Knox County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Knox County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Knox County, ME is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Knox County?
The average home value in Knox County, ME is $290,800, with average annual property taxes of $3,643, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Knox County compare to other areas?
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About this data
All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.
- ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
- EIA
- ACS + national avg
- ACS
- USDA + BEA RPP