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West Boothbay Harbor, ME Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$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 | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in West Boothbay Harbor is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a strong demand for waterfront properties. Rentals are scarce, especially in the summer months. Home prices have been steadily increasing due to the area’s popularity as a tourist destination and retirement spot.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
102
105
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 5.5% + no county or city sales tax</p> | |
Maine has a state income tax with a top rate of 7.95%, and West Boothbay Harbor residents are subject to this tax
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the downtown area is walkable and stroller-friendly, with some shops and restaurants accessible by sidewalk
- Burnt Island Lighthouse
- Boothbay Railway Village
- and the Maine State Aquarium
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📰 Live Local News
Strict zoning laws and environmental regulations to protect the coastal ecosystem and preserve the area’s natural beauty
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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📊 West Boothbay Harbor — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in West Boothbay Harbor fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity and heating oil costs in the winter months due to cold temperatures, and higher water usage in the summer months due to tourism and outdoor activities. Residents can expect to pay more for utilities during the peak winter and summer seasons.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 04575 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and some elevator access in public buildings, but limited public transit options and some uneven or narrow sidewalks in older neighborhoods
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