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Scarborough, ME Utility & Living Guide
Living in Scarborough, ME offers a unique blend of coastal charm and suburban convenience just outside of Portland.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $430,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Scarborough is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Prices have been rising in recent years due to the town’s desirable location and good schools. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly during the summer months.
Cost of Living
118
+18% above national average
105
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| <p>State 5.5% + no county or city sales tax</p> | |
Maine state income tax rates range from 5.2% to 7.95%, with a top marginal rate of 7.95% applying to income above $50,000.
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Scarborough has a limited public transportation system, but its downtown area is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible shops and restaurants.
- Scarborough Beach
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- Maine Audubon Society
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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse
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Scarborough has regulations regarding short-term rentals, and residents are required to obtain permits for certain home improvements.
Financial Tools
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📊 Scarborough — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Scarborough tend to be higher in the winter months, when heating is needed, and lower in the summer, when cooling demands are minimal. However, the town's coastal location means that temperatures are generally milder than in inland areas, which can help reduce energy costs.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 04074 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 7: Scarborough's downtown area has good sidewalk quality and park access, but its public transportation system is limited, and not all areas of town are equally stroller-friendly.
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