Cost of Living in Berwick, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.7
100 = national avg
+13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,031
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,255
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.1
Food99.6
Transportation99.2
Healthcare99.7
Utilities107.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,412
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,716
per month
The overall cost of living index in Berwick is 113.7, which is 13.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,031 per year to cover basic expenses.