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Farmingdale, 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 | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Farmingdale 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. Homebuyers can find a range of options, from cozy cottages to larger family homes.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
95
102
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| <p>State 5.5% + No County tax + No 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
$900/mo
City Pulse
Farmingdale has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Kennebec River Rail Trail
- Augusta Nature Center
- Children's Discovery Museum
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Farmingdale has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental protection
Financial Tools
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Farmingdale — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Farmingdale fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity and heating oil costs in the winter months due to cold temperatures. In the summer, costs are lower, but may increase slightly due to air conditioning usage.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04344 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with explanation: Farmingdale has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the town's infrastructure is not entirely geared towards families with young children, with some areas lacking elevator access in transit and limited family-friendly amenities
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