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Cost of living in Oxford County, ME

Estimated monthly cost
$2,665/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 58,728 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $639 24%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $432 16%
Groceries $348 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $206 8%
State tax $185 7%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Oxford County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$540
per month
1 bedroom
$639
per month
2 bedroom
$847
per month
3 bedroom
$1,013
per month
4 bedroom
$1,509
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Oxford County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,933
per year
Individual earnings
$36,499
per year
Per capita
$33,545
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Oxford County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$192,300
Annual property tax
$2,103

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Oxford County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$136
per month · 24.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$70
per month
Annual total
$2,472
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Oxford County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Oxford County

State and local tax rates for Maine.

State income tax
7.2%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.5%
Combined sales tax
5.5%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Oxford County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.7 min
Drive alone
77.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Oxford County

What it costs to live in Oxford County each month.

Single person
$2,665
per month
  • Rent $639
  • Energy $206
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $348
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $432
  • State tax $185
Couple
$3,943
per month
  • Rent $847
  • Energy $247
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $577
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $618
  • State tax $305
Family
$6,265
per month
  • Rent $1,013
  • Energy $309
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $875
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $618
  • State tax $305

Frequently asked questions about Oxford County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Oxford County?

In Oxford County, ME, a one-bedroom apartment averages $639 per month, a two-bedroom averages $847 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,013 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Oxford County?

In Oxford County, ME, the average household income is $57,933 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,499 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Oxford County?

The estimated cost of living in Oxford County, ME is approximately $2,665 per month for a single person, $3,943 for a couple, $6,265 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Oxford County?

The combined sales tax rate in Oxford County, ME is 5.50%, which includes the Maine state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Oxford County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Oxford County, ME would need approximately $2,665 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,933 per year ($4,828 per month). Oxford County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Oxford County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Oxford County, ME is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Oxford County?

The average home value in Oxford County, ME is $192,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,103, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Oxford 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
Methodology All data sources