What it actually costs to live in
Lincoln County, ME.
Living wage breakdown for Lincoln County, Maine — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $18.65 | $38,794 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $28.82 | $59,945 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $38.46 | $79,990 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $47.89 | $99,614 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $24.85 | $51,695 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $35.19 | $73,205 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $44.49 | $92,544 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $53.58 | $111,451 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $12,360 | $1,030 |
| Food | $4,863 | $405 |
| Medical | $3,762 | $314 |
| Transportation | $5,625 | $469 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,298 | $192 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,903 | $242 |
| Taxes | $6,983 | $582 |
| Total | $38,794 | $3,233 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$18.65/hr
Minimum wage$14.65/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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