Durham Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,203 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,492 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$766 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$863 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Androscoggin County
2
Lewiston-Auburn 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

Androscoggin County
4
Lewiston-Auburn Metro Area
4
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 19
Feb 2 15 23
Mar 4 15 32
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 47
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 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 8%

Schools

Durham Community School
1 miles, NE 3.7 star
Philip W Sugg Middle School
4 miles, NE 1.9 star
Lisbon Falls Christian Academy
4 miles, NE 5 star
Lisbon High School
4 miles, NE 3.2 star

Colleges

Bowdoin College
9 miles, SE 4.1 star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
10 miles, N 1.4 star
Maine College of Health Professions
11 miles, N 3.2 star
Bates College
11 miles, N 4.1 star

Hospitals

St Mary's Regional Medical Center
11 miles, N 3.2 star
Central Maine Medical Center
11 miles, N 2.3 star
Mid Coast Hospital
12 miles, SE 3.2 star
Northern Light Mercy Hospital
22 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
23 miles, SW 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
87 miles, E 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
96 miles, SW 1.4 star