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Cost of living in Washington County, ME

Estimated monthly cost
$2,395/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 31,261 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Healthcare $480 20%
Rent $420 18%
Federal tax $394 16%
Groceries $348 15%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $206 9%
State tax $172 7%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Washington County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
n/a
per month
1 bedroom
$420
per month
2 bedroom
$814
per month
3 bedroom
$1,069
per month
4 bedroom
$1,117
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Washington County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,237
per year
Individual earnings
$34,176
per year
Per capita
$32,459
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Washington County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$147,100
Annual property tax
$1,654

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Washington 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 Washington County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.8%

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 Washington 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 Washington County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.6 min
Drive alone
75.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Washington County

What it costs to live in Washington County each month.

Single person
$2,395
per month
  • Rent $420
  • Energy $206
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $348
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $394
  • State tax $172
Couple
$3,785
per month
  • Rent $814
  • Energy $247
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $577
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $525
  • State tax $273
Family
$6,196
per month
  • Rent $1,069
  • Energy $309
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $875
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $525
  • State tax $273

Frequently asked questions about Washington County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Washington County?

In Washington County, ME, a one-bedroom apartment averages $420 per month, a two-bedroom averages $814 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,069 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Washington County?

In Washington County, ME, the average household income is $52,237 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,176 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Washington County?

The estimated cost of living in Washington County, ME is approximately $2,395 per month for a single person, $3,785 for a couple, $6,196 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Washington County?

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

Is Washington County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Washington County, ME would need approximately $2,395 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,237 per year ($4,353 per month). Washington County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Washington County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Washington County, ME is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Washington County?

The average home value in Washington County, ME is $147,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,654, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Washington 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