Cost of Living in Southwest Harbor, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.1
100 = national avg
-8.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,082
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,739
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.3
Food74.1
Transportation48.2
Healthcare79.3
Utilities92.1
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 Southwest Harbor is 91.1, which is 8.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,082 per year to cover basic expenses.