Cousins Island, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
509 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$121,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$634,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,107 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,705 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
94.9% 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 4 20 20
Feb 3 15 23
Mar 4 15 32
Apr 5 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 15 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 32%
Hillary Clinton 62%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 23, ME State House District 103, ME
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Schools

Chebeague Island School
3 miles, S • 3.7 star
North Yarmouth Academy
3 miles, N • 5 star
Yarmouth High School
3 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Maine
9 miles, SW • 1 star
Southern Maine Community College
9 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Maine College of Art
10 miles, SW • 1.4 star
University of Southern Maine
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Northern Light Mercy Hospital
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Maine Medical Center
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
12 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
87 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bangor International Airport
97 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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