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Fort Kent Mills, 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 | $190,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Fort Kent Mills is relatively affordable, with a range of options from apartments to single-family homes. However, the market can be limited, and prices may vary depending on location and condition. Rentals are also available, but may be scarce during peak seasons.
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 tax + No City tax</p> | |
Maine state income tax ranges from 5.2% to 7.95%, with a top marginal rate of 7.95% applying to income above $50,000
Family & Relocation
40
6.0/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Fort Kent Mills has limited public transportation options, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
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Fort Kent Mills has regulations regarding zoning, land use, and environmental protection, which are enforced by the town council and code enforcement office
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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📊 Fort Kent Mills — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Fort Kent Mills can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the winter due to heating and lower costs in the summer. Additionally, water usage may increase during the summer months due to lawn and garden irrigation.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04743 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to limited sidewalk infrastructure and uneven terrain in some areas, but with some parks and outdoor spaces that are accessible and stroller-friendly
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