Maine Ranks 7th Best State in the US to Have a Baby

Having a baby is lifelong goal for many, but it can also be super expensive. According to WalletHub, a conventional birth in the U.S. costs over $2,600 with insurance ,and almost $15,000 without it, I can't even imagine. But hey, if you’re in Maine or planning on moving here, you might be in luck. According to WalletHub’s 2024 report, Maine ranks #7 as one of the best states to have a baby!

They recently dove in to all 50 states and D.C., looking at 31 different factors like cost, healthcare access, and overall baby-friendliness. They crunched the numbers using data from hospital delivery charges to the average annual cost of infant care, and even the number of pediatricians in the area.

It gets better. Maine didn’t just score high overall; we are also #2 for childcare facilities per capita. That means we’ve got tons of great options for taking care of your little one, making it easier and (hopefully) more affordable for parents.

After looking at these key metrics, it shows me that living in Maine can save you a lot of stress and money when it comes to having and raising a baby. We’ve got great healthcare services for new parents, along with a strong economy, making it a pretty awesome place to start or grow your family.

So if you’re planning to have a baby and you live here in Maine, you’re already in one of the best spots in the country. You can view the full list of best states to have a baby below.