Bowdoinham Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
3,115 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,914 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$335,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$938 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sagadahoc County
1
Portland-South Portland Metro 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

Sagadahoc County
2
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 19
Feb 2 14 22
Mar 4 14 30
Apr 4 2 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 4 2 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 24, ME State House District 52, ME
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Schools

Bowdoinham Community School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Bowdoin Central School
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
Richmond High School
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Richmond Middle School
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bowdoin College
11 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Bates College
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Maine College of Health Professions
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Mid Coast Hospital
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lincolnhealth
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Central Maine Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
35 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
73 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
110 miles, W • 1.4 star
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