Cost of Living in Sanford, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
116.6
100 = national avg
+16.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,324
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,312
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.6
Food103.9
Transportation110.2
Healthcare103.2
Utilities109.3
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 Sanford is 116.6, which is 16.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,324 per year to cover basic expenses.