Cost of Living in Ellsworth, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.6
100 = national avg
+7.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,350
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,918
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.3
Food104.3
Transportation108.5
Healthcare103.4
Utilities104.6
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 Ellsworth is 107.6, which is 7.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,350 per year to cover basic expenses.