Cost of Living in Houlton, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.6
100 = national avg
-18.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,906
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,868
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.5
Food89.9
Transportation79.8
Healthcare91.9
Utilities88.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$949
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,224
per month
The overall cost of living index in Houlton is 81.6, which is 18.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,906 per year to cover basic expenses.