Biggest Rent Increases in Maine — FY2026
Metro areas where the 2-bedroom FMR rose the most year-over-year in Maine. Largest year-over-year 2BR increase first, based on official HUD data. · View national rankings →
Most Expensive Metros for Rent
Least Expensive Metros for Rent
Biggest Rent Increases
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| # | Metro Area | State | FY2025 2BR | FY2026 2BR | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA | ME | $1,268 | $1,586 | +$318 (+25.1%) |
| 2 | Penobscot County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $1,155 | $1,392 | +$237 (+20.5%) |
| 3 | Bangor, ME HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $1,424 | $1,659 | +$235 (+16.5%) |
| 4 | York-Kittery-South Berwick, ME HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $1,971 | $2,202 | +$231 (+11.7%) |
| 5 | Sagadahoc County, ME HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $1,435 | $1,577 | +$142 (+9.9%) |
| 6 | York County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $1,616 | $1,716 | +$100 (+6.2%) |
| 7 | Portland, ME HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $2,011 | $2,130 | +$119 (+5.9%) |
| 8 | Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area | ME | $1,745 | $1,833 | +$88 (+5%) |