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Lincolnville, 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 | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Lincolnville is characterized by a mix of older and newer homes, with a growing demand for waterfront properties. Rentals are scarce, and prices are rising due to the area’s popularity with tourists and retirees. As a result, buyers and renters should be prepared to act quickly when finding a suitable property.
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 no local income tax in Lincolnville
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Lincolnville has limited public transportation, but the town's compact downtown area is stroller-friendly, with sidewalks and crosswalks
- Lincolnville Beach
- Camden Hills State Park
- Belfast Harbor
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📰 Live Local News
Lincolnville has regulations in place to protect its coastal environment and preserve the character of the town, including zoning ordinances and historic district guidelines
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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📊 Lincolnville — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Lincolnville fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the winter due to heating and higher water costs in the summer due to tourism and outdoor activities. Residents can expect to pay more for utilities during the peak summer and winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04849 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with explanation: Lincolnville's downtown area has well-maintained sidewalks and crosswalks, making it easy to navigate with a stroller. However, some areas of town have limited sidewalk access, and public transportation is limited.
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