Cost of Living in Castine, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
228.4
100 = national avg
+128.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$100,486
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$237,512
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing345.3
Food159.5
Transportation116.8
Healthcare147.6
Utilities184.8
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 Castine is 228.4, which is 128.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 345.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $100,486 per year to cover basic expenses.