Home Care in Maine

How much does home care cost in Maine?

Most agencies require a minimum number of hours per visit, often 4 hours. Round-the-clock home care can run $20,000-$30,000+ per month, often more than a private room in assisted living. Long-term care insurance and VA Aid and Attendance can offset costs; Medicare covers medically prescribed home health (a different service) but not non-medical home care.

Maine's cost of living is over 17 points higher than the national average. You can expect to pay more for everything, though the average rent is surprisingly almost $100 less than the US average. One area where Maine gets expensive is its housing costs, over 42 points more than the national average. However, the median home cost goes for nearly $100K less than the national average. It can depend on where you're moving to, as some areas in Maine are cheaper than others. So look around and see if there's an area you can call home in Maine. Maine's cost-of-living index is 117.5 (100 = US average). The median home price is around $190,400. Average rent runs about $853 a month.

Home Care in Maine: common questions

How much does home care cost in Maine?

Maine's cost of living is over 17 points higher than the national average. You can expect to pay more for everything, though the average rent is surprisingly almost $100 less than the US average. One area where Maine gets expensive is its housing costs, over 42 points more than the national average. However, the median home cost goes for nearly $100K less than the national average. It can depend on where you're moving to, as some areas in Maine are cheaper than others. So look around and see if there's an area you can call home in Maine. Home Care runs $25 - $45 per hour (US, 2026) nationally, and costs vary across Maine by city, care level, and community.

How many home care communities are in Maine?

We list 38 home care communities across 21 cities in Maine. Browse by city below to compare and request pricing.

What's the difference between home care and home health care?

Home care is non-medical - help with daily activities, companionship, light housekeeping - and is typically paid privately. Home health care is medical care prescribed by a doctor (skilled nursing visits, physical therapy, wound care) and is usually covered by Medicare for limited periods.

How much does home care cost?

The US median is about $33 per hour, ranging from $25 in lower-cost areas to $45+ in major metros. Around-the-clock home care often runs $20,000-$30,000+ per month, which can exceed the cost of assisted living for similar care levels.

Does Medicare pay for home care?

Medicare doesn't pay for non-medical home care (companionship, help with bathing, meal prep). Medicare does pay for short-term home health care prescribed after a hospital stay, including skilled nursing visits and therapy. Veterans benefits, Medicaid waivers, and long-term care insurance may cover non-medical home care depending on eligibility.