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Bar Mills, ME Utility & Living Guide
Living in Bar Mills, Maine offers a tranquil and picturesque environment with easy access to outdoor activities and a strong sense of community.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Bar Mills is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices have been increasing steadily over the past few years. Homeowners can expect to pay around 1.1% of their home’s value in property taxes annually.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
92
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 5.5% + No County or City tax</p> | |
Maine state income tax ranges from 5.2% to 7.95%, with a standard deduction of $12,000 for single filers and $24,000 for joint filers.
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit in Bar Mills is limited, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Old Orchard Beach
- Maine Wildlife Park
- Children's Museum of Maine
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Residents are subject to local ordinances regarding zoning, noise, and waste disposal.
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📊 Bar Mills — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Bar Mills tend to fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher heating oil bills in the winter. Residents can expect to pay around 10-20% more for utilities during the peak summer and winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04004 has a property tax millage rate of 15.5, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Bar Mills has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the town's rural areas can be challenging to navigate with a stroller, and elevator access in public transit is limited.
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