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

Waldo County
County
2,600
Population
Maine
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A Waldo County coastal town with a rich maritime history and the Penobscot Marine Museum.

🌲 Did you know? Searsport was once home to more sea captains per capita than any other town in the US.

By the numbers

Cost of Living in Searsport, Maine (2026)

As of May 2026, the typical home in Searsport is worth about $321,000 β€” about 13% below the U.S. average of $370,000, rent runs about $897 a month, the median household income is $62,159.

Typical home value $321,000 Zillow, May 2026
vs. U.S. typical home -13% $370,000
Median rent (monthly) $897 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Median household income $62,159 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Population 1,264 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)

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

How much does a house cost in Searsport, Maine?

The typical home value in Searsport is about $321,000 as of May 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 13% below the U.S. average of $370,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

How much is rent in Searsport, Maine?

Typical rent in Searsport runs about $897 a month (U.S. Census ACS estimate). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.

What is the median household income in Searsport, Maine?

The median household income in Searsport is about $62,159, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

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Essential services in Searsport

πŸ›’ Grocery & Food Essential
πŸ”§ Plumbers Essential
⚑ Electricians Essential
πŸš— Auto Repair
Searsport Automotive β˜… 4.7
(207) 548-4018
Andy's Auto Repair
(207) 548-7277
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🍽️ Restaurants
Hey Sailor! β˜… 4.7
(207) 306-9132
Anglers Restaurant β˜… 4.4
(207) 548-2405
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