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

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A premier western Maine outdoor recreation destination on Rangeley Lake.

🌲 Did you know? Rangeley Lake is the headwaters of the Androscoggin River and a world-class fly fishing destination.

By the numbers

Cost of Living in Rangeley, Maine (2026)

As of June 2026, the typical home in Rangeley is worth about $523,000 β€” about 40% above the U.S. average of $373,000, rent runs about $624 a month, the median household income is $29,231.

Typical home value $523,000 Zillow, June 2026
vs. U.S. typical home +40% $373,000
Median rent (monthly) $624 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Median household income $29,231 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Population 532 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)

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

How much does a house cost in Rangeley, Maine?

The typical home value in Rangeley is about $523,000 as of June 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 40% above the U.S. average of $373,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

How much is rent in Rangeley, Maine?

Typical rent in Rangeley runs about $624 a month (U.S. Census ACS estimate). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.

What is the median household income in Rangeley, Maine?

The median household income in Rangeley is about $29,231, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

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