Edgecomb Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,344 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$89,844 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$308,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,254 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 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 4 19 21
Feb 3 15 24
Mar 4 14 32
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 39
Dec 4 14 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 13, ME State House District 48, ME
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Schools

Edgecomb Eddy School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Wiscasset Elementary School
3 miles, NW • 1 star
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Colleges

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

Lincolnhealth
5 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
15 miles, W • 3.2 star
Maine General Medical Center
28 miles, N • 4.1 star
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
28 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
42 miles, W • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
69 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
116 miles, W • 1.4 star
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