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Jonesboro, 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 | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Jonesboro is characterized by a mix of older and newer homes, with a range of prices to suit different budgets. Rentals are relatively scarce, and prices may be higher than in larger towns. The market is relatively stable, with some fluctuations in recent years.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
95
102
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| <p>State 5.5% + no county or city tax</p> | |
Maine state income tax ranges from 5.2% to 7.95%, with a standard deduction of $12,400 for single filers and $24,800 for joint filers
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Public transit in Jonesboro is limited, but the town's compact size and pedestrian-friendly roads make it relatively easy to get around on foot or by bike, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Machias River
- Jonesboro Public Library
- Downeast Coastal Conservancy trails
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Jonesboro has regulations regarding zoning, land use, and environmental protection, which are enforced by the town’s planning board and code enforcement officer
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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📊 Jonesboro — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Jonesboro tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electricity bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see lower utility bills, with average electricity bills decreasing by 10-20% from June to August.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04648 has a property tax millage rate of 15.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with explanation: Jonesboro's sidewalks and parks are generally well-maintained and stroller-friendly, but some areas may have limited accessibility due to rugged terrain or lack of pedestrian infrastructure
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