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Strong, ME Utility & Living Guide
Strong is a town in Franklin County, Maine, United States. The population was 1,122 at the 2020 census. Strong is home to the annual Sandy River Festival.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$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 Strong is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes. Rentals are limited, but affordable options can be found. Home prices have been steady in recent years.
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 state income tax ranges from 5.2% to 7.95%, with a top marginal rate of 7.95%.
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Strong Elementary School playground
- Kingfield Woods trails
- Carrabassett River
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Strong has regulations regarding zoning, land use, and environmental protection.
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📊 Strong — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Strong fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in winter due to heating and lower bills in summer. Water and garbage costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04983 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to limited but improving sidewalk quality, good park access, and some elevator access in local buildings, with a growing focus on family infrastructure in Strong
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