salaryBangor is the 3rd-largest city in Maine that we track, with 31,938 residents. Rent is lower than in 61% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.4 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 16.6 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $58,080 a year. That is $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Maine cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Maine. It is number 18 of 34 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Bangor?
Share of households by yearly income. 19.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Bangor
| Size | Bangor | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $931 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,026 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,256 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,346 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Bangor overall?
Everyday prices in the Bangor metro area are 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Bangor
Life in Bangor
What jobs pay in Bangor
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $145,210 | 12.0% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,460 | 13.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $130,380 | 13.4% |
| Lawyer | $116,240 | 15.0% |
| Software Developer | $104,140 | 16.7% |
| Registered Nurse | $93,940 | 18.5% |
| Operations Manager | $91,110 | 19.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,450 | 19.7% |
| Civil Engineer | $85,300 | 20.4% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $83,240 | 20.9% |
| Accountant | $75,640 | 23.0% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $72,370 | 24.1% |
| Police Officer | $71,340 | 24.4% |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,600 | 27.4% |
| Electrician | $63,390 | 27.5% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,430 | 28.4% |
| Plumber | $60,140 | 29.0% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,080 | 29.0% |
| Carpenter | $57,100 | 30.5% |
| Truck Driver | $56,250 | 31.0% |
| Firefighter | $48,020 | 36.3% |
| Medical Assistant | $47,120 | 37.0% |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,970 | 37.1% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $45,610 | 38.2% |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,530 | 41.0% |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,600 | 41.9% |
| Restaurant Cook | $40,760 | 42.7% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,560 | 49.0% |
| Cashier | $32,200 | 54.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Bangor?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $72 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $219,600 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $21,960 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bangor, ME?
Renting in Bangor costs a median of about $1,452 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Maine median is $1,452.
How much do I need to make to live in Bangor?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $58,080 a year, or $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Bangor cheap or expensive?
Bangor is rated OK: rent takes 27.0% of the typical household income of $64,647. It ranks 18th cheapest of 34 Maine cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Bangor?
The median homeowner in Bangor pays $3,076 a year in property taxes, about 1.40% of the median home value.
Is Bangor more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 3% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Bangor?
The median home value in Bangor is $219,600, about 3.4 times the typical yearly household income.
31,938 people live in Bangor. Numbers are typical (middle) values.