Cost of Living in Aroostook County, ME

How far does a $70,000 salary go in Aroostook County? Estimated income taxes on that gross salary total approximately $10,733 per year — combining federal taxes with Maine's state income tax. Subtract rent for a 2-bedroom apartment ($1,224/month based on HUD Fair Market Rents for the Aroostook County metro area) and the estimated annual take-home is $44,579, or roughly $3,715 per month for everything else: food, transportation, savings, and discretionary spending.

At a $70,000 salary, the estimated 2-bedroom rent in Aroostook County represents approximately 21% of gross income. That falls comfortably below the 30% rent-burden guideline, a healthy position for building savings.