Cost of Living in Camden, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
140.0
100 = national avg
+40.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,596
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,591
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing179.6
Food111.8
Transportation123.7
Healthcare109.5
Utilities123.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,270
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,526
per month
The overall cost of living index in Camden is 140.0, which is 40.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 179.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,596 per year to cover basic expenses.