Cost of Living in Bar Harbor, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.3
100 = national avg
+30.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,342
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$135,535
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing168.5
Food105.6
Transportation111.2
Healthcare104.5
Utilities117.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,234
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,501
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bar Harbor is 130.3, which is 30.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 168.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,342 per year to cover basic expenses.