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An honest guide to Cumberland: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.

Cumberland County
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8,000
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Maine
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A quiet suburban town north of Portland with excellent schools and a strong agricultural heritage.

🌲 Did you know? Cumberland Fairgrounds hosts one of Maine's largest agricultural fairs each fall.

By the numbers

Cost of Living in Cumberland, Maine (2026)

As of September 2026, the typical home in Cumberland is worth about $743,000 β€” about 103% above the U.S. average of $366,000.

Typical home value $743,000 Zillow, September 2026
vs. U.S. typical home +103% $366,000

Sources: Zillow, September 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.

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How much does a house cost in Cumberland, Maine?

The typical home value in Cumberland is about $743,000 as of September 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 103% above the U.S. average of $366,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

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Essential services in Cumberland

πŸ₯ Doctors & Dentists Essential
Casco Bay Chiropractic β˜… 5.0 Β· Cumberland Foreside
(207) 829-1200
Dr. Stephen Redmond Β· Cumberland Foreside
(207) 829-1200
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πŸ”§ Plumbers Essential
Mark O'Brion Plumbing & Heating Β· Cumberland Center
(207) 232-8797
D.J. Small Plumbing Heating & Pumps Β· Cumberland Center
(207) 829-5042
Ron Brown Plumbing
(207) 829-5020
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⚑ Electricians Essential
P & D Electric β˜… 4.9
(207) 939-0336
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❄️ Snow Removal Essential
πŸ“Έ Photography
Pattie Locke Photography Β· Cumberland Foreside
(207) 831-2655
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