Wales, ME Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Wales, Maine?
$4,590 / month
for a family, 15.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $55,080 for the year for a family.
$3,167 / month
for a single person, 33.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $38,000 for the year for a single person.

Wales cost of living score
90.8
Less expensive
9.2% lower
than the US average
6.4% lower
than the Maine average
Wales, Maine gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 90.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 9.2% lower than the U.S. average and 6.4% higher than the average for Maine.

Wales, ME

Housing costs in Wales?
A typical home costs $287,500, which is 15.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 13.9% less expensive than the average Maine home, at $334,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Wales costs $1,210 per month, which is 15.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 3.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,250.

Can I afford Wales?
To live comfortably in Wales, Maine, a minimum annual income of $55,080 for a family, and $38,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Wales?
The cost of living in Wales, ME is quite reasonable compared to other parts of the country. The median home value in Wales is $218,000 which is much lower than the national average of $229,700. In terms of transportation costs, the town has an average gas price of $2.62 per gallon which is below the nation's average. Additionally, food costs are also relatively low with a meal at an inexpensive restaurant costing around $15 per person and groceries averaging around $40 for a week’s worth of supplies. All things considered, Wales has a very reasonable cost of living that makes it an attractive place to live.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock97.0100.0
  106.2  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$334,000$338,100
  104.9  Unlock100.0
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  83.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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