Chebeague Island Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
568 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$509,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$896 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,100 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.7% 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 19 19
Feb 3 14 22
Mar 4 14 32
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 4 2 38
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Schools

Chebeague Island School
2 miles, W 3.7 star
Long Island Elementary School
5 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Southern Maine Community College
10 miles, W 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Maine
10 miles, W 1 star
Maine College of Art
10 miles, W 1.4 star
University of Southern Maine
11 miles, W 2.3 star

Hospitals

Northern Light Mercy Hospital
11 miles, W 4.1 star
Maine Medical Center
11 miles, W 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
15 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
13 miles, W 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
88 miles, W 1.4 star
Bangor International Airport
97 miles, NE 1.4 star