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North Jay, ME Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in North Jay is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices have been increasing slowly. Homeowners can expect to pay around 1.5% of their home’s value in property taxes annually.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
95
105
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| <p>State 5.5% + no county or city tax</p> | |
Maine has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 5.2% to 7.95%.
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but sidewalks and parks are generally stroller-friendly
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- Sunday River Ski Resort
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North Jay has zoning regulations and ordinances governing land use, noise, and waste management.
Financial Tools
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- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 North Jay — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in North Jay fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in winter due to heating and lower bills in summer. However, the area's mild summers mean that air conditioning costs are relatively low.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04262 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6: North Jay has decent sidewalks and park access, but elevator access in transit is limited, and family infrastructure could be improved.
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