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Cost of living in Piscataquis County, ME

Estimated monthly cost
$2,713/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,125 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $636 23%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $470 17%
Groceries $348 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $206 8%
State tax $198 7%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Piscataquis County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$661
per month
1 bedroom
$636
per month
2 bedroom
$739
per month
3 bedroom
$1,097
per month
4 bedroom
$1,049
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Piscataquis County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,234
per year
Individual earnings
$38,786
per year
Per capita
$34,592
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Piscataquis County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$153,300
Annual property tax
$1,487

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Piscataquis 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 Piscataquis County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.0%

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 Piscataquis 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 Piscataquis County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.2 min
Drive alone
76.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Piscataquis County

What it costs to live in Piscataquis County each month.

Single person
$2,713
per month
  • Rent $636
  • Energy $206
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $348
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $470
  • State tax $198
Couple
$3,776
per month
  • Rent $739
  • Energy $247
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $577
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $574
  • State tax $290
Family
$6,290
per month
  • Rent $1,097
  • Energy $309
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $875
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $574
  • State tax $290

Frequently asked questions about Piscataquis County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Piscataquis County?

In Piscataquis County, ME, a one-bedroom apartment averages $636 per month, a two-bedroom averages $739 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,097 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Piscataquis County?

In Piscataquis County, ME, the average household income is $55,234 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,786 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Piscataquis County?

The estimated cost of living in Piscataquis County, ME is approximately $2,713 per month for a single person, $3,776 for a couple, $6,290 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Piscataquis County?

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

Is Piscataquis County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Piscataquis County, ME would need approximately $2,713 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,234 per year ($4,603 per month). Piscataquis County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Piscataquis County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Piscataquis County, ME is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Piscataquis County?

The average home value in Piscataquis County, ME is $153,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,487, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Piscataquis 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