Cost of Living in Hampden, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.5
100 = national avg
+34.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,185
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,892
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.1
Food127.5
Transportation155.0
Healthcare122.0
Utilities121.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,061
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,392
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hampden is 134.5, which is 34.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,185 per year to cover basic expenses.