Cost of Living in Kingfield, ME

With a cost of living index of 69, Kingfield, ME is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 31% cheaper than the national average and 18% below the Maine state average of 87. Kingfield is a small community of 583 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kingfield's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $633 (52% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $173,300 (43% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Kingfield is $36,648, which is 51% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% 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 Kingfield. The area sees an average annual temperature of 41.2°F, with summers averaging 64°F and winters around 17°F. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches spread over roughly 160 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.