Castine, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
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
926 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
86.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$143,229 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$658,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,142 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,016 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock County
1
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

Hancock County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 18 19
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 4 13 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 7, ME State House District 16, ME
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Schools

Adams School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Brooksville Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Penobscot Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Sedgwick Elementary School
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Maine Maritime Academy
<1 miles, S • 5 star
Beal College
27 miles, NE • 1 star
College of the Atlantic
29 miles, E • 1.4 star
Unity College
30 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Waldo County General Hospital
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
22 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
29 miles, N • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
91 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
166 miles, W • 1.4 star
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