Bridgton Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
5,537 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$968 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
2
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

Cumberland County
3
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 17
Feb 3 16 21
Mar 4 15 30
Apr 4 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 0 46
Nov 5 3 36
Dec 4 16 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 18, ME State House District 83, ME
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Schools

Stevens Brook School
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Bridgton Academy
4 miles, NE • 5 star
Harrison Elementary
4 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Saint Joseph's College of Maine
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
Central Maine Community College
26 miles, E • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
26 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bridgton Hospital
2 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Stephens Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital, The
20 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Central Maine Medical Center
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
35 miles, S • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
84 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bangor International Airport
108 miles, E • 1.4 star
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