Cost of Living in Cornish, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.2
100 = national avg
+12.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,349
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,643
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing120.2
Food102.4
Transportation121.7
Healthcare101.9
Utilities105.5
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 Cornish is 112.2, which is 12.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 120.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,349 per year to cover basic expenses.