Cost of Living in Waldo County, ME

What does it cost to live in Waldo County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$62,694

Median Rent

$886/mo

Median Home

$210,600

Affordability

389

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,065
Property Tax$209
Insurance$70

Total Monthly$1,344
% of Income25.7%

Renting

Median Rent$886
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$911
% of Income17%

Living in Waldo County, Maine

Waldo County has a median household income of $62,694 with housing costs that represent 25.7% of income for owners and 17% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.