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Cumberland Foreside, 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 Cumberland Foreside is highly competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a strong demand for rentals. The town has a limited inventory of homes for sale, which can drive up prices. However, the town’s excellent schools and safe community make it an attractive option for families.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
95
105
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| <p>State 5.5% + No County or City tax</p> | |
Maine state income tax ranges from 5.2% to 7.95%, with deductions for property taxes and charitable donations
Family & Relocation
60
8/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The town has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks
- Cumberland Fairgrounds
- Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park
- Portland Children's Museum
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📰 Live Local News
The town has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental protection, which are enforced by the town’s planning and code enforcement departments
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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📊 Cumberland Foreside — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Cumberland Foreside fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the summer due to air conditioning, and higher heating oil costs in the winter. However, the town's mild climate means that these fluctuations are relatively moderate compared to other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The town's property tax millage rate is 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, making it easy to navigate with a stroller, although some areas may have limited elevator access in transit
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