10 Best Cities to Retire in Maine

9. Houlton

Population: 5,029

Costs of living: 11.8 percent lower than US average

Median home value: $86,500

No of doctors per capita: 210

Health care costs: 9.9 percent higher than US average

Houlton, located in Aroostook County, is just three miles away from the Canadian border. Compared to the previously mentioned city, Houlton has higher costs of living, but it boasts a more favorable number of doctors per capita, and lower health care costs.

The town has a rich history which dates back to the beginning of the 19th century when the first settlers came. Victorian-era buildings and historic homes, many of which are listed on the National Register, keep the memory of the past. The town also boasts Aroostook County Courthouse and Jail, constructed in 1859, Unitarian Church of Houlton, which was established in 1902, and Aroostook County Historical & Art Museum. Besides historical attraction, Houlton offers opportunities for outdoor fun – from water activities on the Meduxnekeag River to hiking and golfing at the Houlton Community Golf Course.

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