Cost of Living in Waldoboro, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.2
100 = national avg
+22.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,778
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,111
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.5
Food100.7
Transportation101.3
Healthcare100.5
Utilities112.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,280
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,403
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waldoboro is 122.2, which is 22.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,778 per year to cover basic expenses.