Cost of Living in Skowhegan, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.0
100 = national avg
-18.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,071
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,260
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing85.8
Food85.6
Transportation71.3
Healthcare88.5
Utilities88.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,083
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,266
per month
The overall cost of living index in Skowhegan is 82.0, which is 18.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 85.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,071 per year to cover basic expenses.