Cost of Living in Randolph, ME

With a cost of living index of 72, Randolph, ME is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 28% cheaper than the national average and 15% below the Maine state average of 87. Randolph is a small community of 1,479 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Randolph's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $779 (41% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $157,000 (49% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Randolph is $52,917, which is 30% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% 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 Randolph. 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.