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Kenduskeag, ME Utility & Living Guide
Kenduskeag is a town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States. The population was 1,346 at the 2020 census.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Kenduskeag 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. Homeowners can expect to pay around 1.35% of their home’s value in property taxes annually.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
95
105
$800
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 no local income taxes in Kenduskeag.
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Kenduskeag has limited public transportation options, but its downtown area is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible shops and restaurants.
- Kenduskeag Stream
- Pushaw Lake
- Bangor City Forest
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Kenduskeag has regulations in place to protect its natural environment and preserve its rural character, including zoning ordinances and wetland protection laws.
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📊 Kenduskeag — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Kenduskeag fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating and higher water bills in the summer due to lawn irrigation. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during the peak winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04450 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes. Homeowners can expect to pay around 1.35% of their home's value in property taxes annually.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Kenduskeag's downtown area has wide sidewalks and accessible shops and restaurants, but its lack of public transportation and limited pedestrian infrastructure in outlying areas make it less stroller-friendly overall.
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