Cost of Living in Westbrook, ME
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.5
100 = national avg
+37.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,506
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,014
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.8
Food115.6
Transportation131.3
Healthcare112.5
Utilities122.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,397
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,833
per month
The overall cost of living index in Westbrook is 137.5, which is 37.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,506 per year to cover basic expenses.