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Biddeford

Pop. 22,498·12th most expensive in Maine·Rental market data updated monthly for Biddeford, ME
Median rent (all units)
$2,003/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.0%
Month-over-Month
+1.1%
vs US Median
+$41
Rising (Monthly)
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Biddeford · $2,003
More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
60/100
Good value
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Rents are 5% below what Biddeford's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,003/mo
Expected by trend
$2,109/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,190
1 BR
$1,370
2 BR
$1,760
3 BR
$2,180
4 BR+
$2,470
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,760/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,003 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$24,036/yr
At $2,003/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

Biddeford, ME is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,498
Median income
$72,333
Median age
35
Renters
51.9%
Age distribution
15.6%
34.3%
22.1%
17.1%
Under 1815.6%
18–3434.3%
35–5422.1%
55–6410.8%
65+17.1%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
92%
White92%
Black0.9%
Hispanic3.1%
Asian1.3%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
28.8%
33.7%
32.1%
No HS diploma5.4%
HS diploma28.8%
Some college33.7%
Bachelor's+32.1%
Housing tenure
48.1%
51.9%
Owner48.1%
Renter51.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Biddeford, ME has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,690 → $2,003
up 18.5%
Income
$58,142 → $72,333
up 24.4%
Population
22,331 → 22,498
up 0.7%
Renter share
51.8% → 51.9%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
27.2% → 32.1%
+4.9 pts
Median age
36.1 → 35
-1.1 yrs

Rent in Biddeford, ME has climbed 18.5% since 2023, going from about $1,690 per month to roughly $2,003 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Biddeford, ME now reports about $72,333, up from $58,142 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 5.9 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 27.2% to 32.1%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Biddeford, ME reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Biddeford, ME

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Biddeford is $2,003/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,190/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,180/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($72,333/yr), Biddeford ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Biddeford an affordable city for renters?

Biddeford is considered moderate for renters. At $2,003/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($72,333/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Biddeford slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Biddeford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,003/mo in Biddeford. The local median household income is $72,333/yr, meaning the typical Biddeford household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Biddeford?

Rent in Biddeford has increased 1.0% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Biddeford rent compare to other cities in Maine?

Biddeford is middle-of-the-pack for Maine for rent, ranking #12 out of 23 tracked cities at $2,003/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Biddeford?

Old Orchard Beach is nearby and more affordable at $1,889/mo, which is $114 less than Biddeford.

What percentage of Biddeford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.9% of Biddeford households are renters, while 48.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Biddeford has a strong rental market.

How does Biddeford rent compare to the national average?

Biddeford's median rent of $2,003/mo is $41 (2%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Maine, it ranks #12 out of 23 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,003/mo, rent takes ~33% of Biddeford's median household income ($72,333/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Biddeford 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.8–7.15%
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