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Cliff Island, 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 | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Cliff Island is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a strong demand for rentals. The island’s limited inventory and high demand drive up prices. Many residents own their homes, but rentals are available, particularly in the summer months.
Cost of Living
118
+10% above national average
105
95
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| <p>State 5.5% + No County tax + No City tax</p> | |
Maine state income tax ranges from 5.2% to 7.95%, with no local income tax
Family & Relocation
40
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The island has limited public transportation, but the roads are generally stroller-friendly, and many amenities are within walking distance
- Cliff Island Beach
- Portland Head Light
- Children's Museum of Maine
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Cliff Island based on your household profile.
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Zoning laws restrict development, and there are rules regarding waterfront construction and conservation areas
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- 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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📊 Cliff Island — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Cliff Island fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity costs in the winter for heating and lower costs in the summer. However, the island's mild climate means that air conditioning is not as widely used, keeping summer utility bills relatively low.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04019 has a property tax millage rate of 18.50, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, easy access to parks, and a relatively flat terrain, but limited elevator access in some older buildings and a lack of public transportation options
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