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Pittsfield, ME Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Pittsfield is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The town has seen some new construction in recent years, but overall, the market remains stable.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$800
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
7/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Pittsfield has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- Pittsfield Public Library
- Sebasticook Lake
- Pittsfield Community Park
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Pittsfield has ordinances regulating noise, zoning, and property maintenance
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Pittsfield — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Pittsfield tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electricity bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, costs are relatively stable, with some increase in water usage for lawn and garden care.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04967 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to limited sidewalk coverage and uneven terrain in some areas, but with some parks and green spaces that are stroller-accessible
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