Dresden 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 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,639 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,150 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$688 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$950 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
2
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

Lincoln County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 19
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 4 13 31
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 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 15 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 24, ME State House District 53, ME
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Schools

Dresden Elementary School
3 miles, N • 2.8 star
Marcia Buker School
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
Richmond High School
4 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Richmond Middle School
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bowdoin College
17 miles, SW • 4.1 star
University of Maine at Augusta
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lincolnhealth
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
15 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Maine General Medical Center
19 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
23 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
42 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
67 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
117 miles, W • 1.4 star
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