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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Oregon to Maine

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Oregon to Maine move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Oregon

Population4.2M
State Income Tax4.75%-9.9%
Avg Home Price$480,000
Avg Rent$1,500/mo
Property Tax Rate0.97%
DESTINATION

Moving to Maine

Population1.4M
State Income Tax5.8%-7.15%
Avg Home Price$340,000
Avg Rent$1,200/mo
Property Tax Rate1.36%

Why Are People Moving from Oregon to Maine?

The migration corridor between Oregon and Maine is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. The average home price in Maine is $140,000 less than Oregon, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Maine average 22°F, compared to 40°F in Oregon.

Jobs & Industry: Maine's key industries include Tourism, Fishing, Agriculture, which attract professionals from Oregon's Technology and Forestry sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

No specific city-to-city routes are currently listed for this state pair. Check back soon or explore our Route Directory.

Cities in Oregon

Other Major Cities

Bend
Eugene
Medford
Salem

Cities in Maine

Auburn
Bangor
Lewiston
Portland

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Oregon and Maine:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

OregonMaine Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Maine driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Maine within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Maine after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Maine vehicle inspection requirement: Required annually.

Things to Know About Maine

  • Annual vehicle safety inspections are required
  • Moose crossings are a real driving hazard
  • Heating fuel costs are a significant winter expense

What's Different: Oregon vs Maine

Taxes

Oregon Income Tax:4.75%-9.9%
Maine Income Tax:5.8%-7.15%
Oregon Property Tax:0.97%
Maine Property Tax:1.36%

Weather

Oregon Summer Avg:80°F
Maine Summer Avg:76°F
Oregon Winter Avg:40°F
Maine Winter Avg:22°F

Cost of Living

Oregon COL Index:113
Maine COL Index:107
Oregon Avg Home Price:$480,000
Maine Avg Home Price:$340,000
Oregon Avg Rent:$1,500/mo
Maine Avg Rent:$1,200/mo

Ready to make the move to Maine?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between Oregon and Maine.