York County, Maine Housing Market
In York County, Maine, the median home value is $395,700, with a median monthly rent of $1,339. This places York County at #294 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #2 within Maine.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,175
- Establishments: 8,443
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 928
- Multi-family: 545
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 101,319 (avg $87,499)
- Outflow: 96,453 (avg $86,812)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in York County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 04083 | 290.6 | -2.31% | 2025 |
| 2 | 03906 | 305.5 | +4.40% | 2025 |
| 3 | 03904 | 343.8 | +3.07% | 2025 |
| 4 | 04090 | 351.1 | +6.80% | 2025 |
| 5 | 03903 | 316.2 | +10.85% | 2025 |
| 6 | 04002 | 348.8 | +2.26% | 2025 |
| 7 | 04072 | 360.2 | +8.50% | 2025 |
| 8 | 03908 | 303.2 | +5.10% | 2025 |
| 9 | 04073 | 325.1 | +3.57% | 2025 |
| 10 | 04043 | 339.5 | +8.14% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
How York County Compares
| Metric | York County | Maine Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $395,700 | $260,725 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,339 | $1,020 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 77.3% | 76.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 24.6 | 20.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in York County is 51.8% above the Maine state average and 73.8% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,339/month is 31.3% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 24.6, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
York County has an owner-occupancy rate of 77.3%, compared to 76.6% in Maine and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage Municipality | Alaska | $395,900 | $1,489 |
| Manassas Park city | Virginia | $395,900 | $2,146 |
| Sheridan County | Wyoming | $394,900 | $939 |
| Greene County | Georgia | $394,800 | $924 |
| Wallowa County | Oregon | $394,800 | $981 |
Other Counties in Maine
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland County | $451,200 | $1,589 | 69.8% |
| Sagadahoc County | $333,300 | $1,098 | 77.8% |
| Lincoln County | $332,700 | $1,055 | 82.5% |
| Knox County | $324,900 | $1,165 | 78.7% |
| Hancock County | $310,400 | $1,061 | 78.5% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).