Benton Town, ME
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
2,745
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,230
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$166,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$445
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$842
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Kennebec County
2
Augusta-Waterville Urban Area
2
Maine
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Kennebec County
4
Augusta-Waterville Urban Area
4
Maine
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 20 | 18 |
| Feb | 3 | 18 | 21 |
| Mar | 4 | 15 | 30 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 42 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 5 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 4 | 18 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 46%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 3, ME State House District 67, MESchools
Benton Elementary School
3 miles, W
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2.3
Clinton Elementary School
4 miles, NE
•
2.3
Fairfield Primary School
4 miles, W
Lawrence Jr High School
4 miles, W
•
2.3
Colleges
Kennebec Valley Community College
5 miles, NW
•
1.4
Colby College
7 miles, W
•
3.7
Thomas College
8 miles, W
•
1.9
Unity College
9 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Northern Light Inland Hospital
8 miles, W
•
4.1
Redington Fairview General Hospital
15 miles, N
•
5
Sebasticook Valley Health
16 miles, NE
•
3.2
Maine General Medical Center
21 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Bangor International Airport
37 miles, E
•
1.4
Portland International Jetport
76 miles, SW
•
1.9
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
123 miles, SW
•
1
Manchester Airport
149 miles, SW
•
1.4