Average rent in Maine
November 2026. Based on 9 live listings, updated daily.
| Size | Average rent | Lowest | Listings | vs US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,375 | $1,300 | 4 | about the same |
| 2 bedroom | $1,788 | $1,500 | 5 | 5% higher |
| All sizes | $1,604 | $1,300 | 9 | 10% lower |
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What rent costs in Maine
A 1-bedroom averages $1,375 and a 2-bedroom averages $1,788 a month. Overall, rent in Maine is 10% lower than the US average of $1,790.
Using the common rule of spending no more than 30% of take-home pay on rent, an average 1-bedroom in Maine needs about $4,600 a month after tax.
Common questions
What is the average rent in Maine?
The average rent in Maine is $1,604 a month across 9 live listings (November 2026).
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Maine?
A 1-bedroom in Maine averages $1,375 a month.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Maine?
To keep an average 1-bedroom under 30% of your take-home pay, you'd want about $4,600 a month after tax.
Is rent in Maine higher than the US average?
Rent in Maine is 10% lower than the US average of $1,790 across all listings we track.
Averages are calculated from live listings on RentFrat and refresh daily. Last updated 2026-11-12.