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Clinton, 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 | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $240,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Clinton is relatively affordable, with a range of options from historic homes to new constructions. Rentals are also available, though limited. The market is stable, with some growth due to its proximity to larger cities.
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
7.2/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Lake George Regional Park
- Clinton Historical Society Museum
- Belgrade Lakes
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📰 Live Local News
Clinton has zoning regulations to preserve its rural character and environmental ordinances to protect its natural resources.
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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📊 Clinton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Clinton fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher costs in winter due to heating needs and lower costs in summer. However, the town's moderate climate means that extreme temperature-related costs are less common than in more extreme climates.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The property tax millage rate in Clinton is around 18-20 mills, with no local surtaxes beyond the state sales tax.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, due to the presence of sidewalks and parks, but limited accessibility in some areas and a lack of elevator access in public transit
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