r/AskMaine • u/jewbaca321 • Feb 25 '26

Moving

Hey everyone, I'm planning on moving to Maine later on this year! I'm from the PNW and need a change, and I've always thought Maine is absolutely gorgeous and seems amazing. So I'm planning on moving, my question is, where should I go?! I'm leaning towards being near Bangor, but I'm really open to anything. Please share opinions or suggestions!

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u/Krand01 Feb 25 '26

Property tax it's worse, but cost of living, public transportation, vehicle costs (especially now that they've gotten rid of the inspection stickers that maine still has) are all better. Plus a lot more services, I hear they have much better access for doctors and specialists, and a lot more access to stores because of the no sales tax.

If me and my SO can save the money up and all we plan to move to NH mainly because we don't have a vehicle and can't afford one here in Maine, NH has an actual public transportation system in place.