Cost of Living in Anson, ME

With a cost of living index of 68, Anson, ME is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 32% cheaper than the national average and 19% below the Maine state average of 87. Anson is a small community of 687 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Anson's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $861 (35% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $74,600 (76% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Anson is $52,083, which is 31% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Anson. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46.1°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 24°F. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches spread over roughly 137 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.