Bethel, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
546 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
11 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
47.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$357,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$838 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
27.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oxford County
2
Maine
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Oxford County
4
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 23 14
Feb 3 20 16
Mar 3 19 25
Apr 4 9 38
May 4 1 49
Jun 4 0 59
Jul 4 0 63
Aug 4 0 62
Sep 3 0 54
Oct 4 3 42
Nov 4 9 32
Dec 3 23 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 19, ME State House District 78, ME
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Schools

Crescent Park School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Gould Academy
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Telstar High School
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Telstar Middle School
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

White Mountains Community College
20 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Central Maine Community College
33 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Maine College of Health Professions
35 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Rumford Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
Stephens Memorial Hospital
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
Androscoggin Valley Hospital
19 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Bridgton Hospital
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
58 miles, S • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
100 miles, E • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
107 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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