Falmouth Foreside, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,148 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
80.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$152,870 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$674,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,319 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,573 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.8% 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 2 19 19
Feb 2 15 23
Mar 4 15 32
Apr 5 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (30%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 72%
Other 5%

Schools

Falmouth High School
3 miles, NW 4.6 star
Falmouth Middle School
3 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Maine
5 miles, SW 1 star
University of Southern Maine
6 miles, SW 2.3 star
Maine College of Art
6 miles, SW 1.4 star
Southern Maine Community College
6 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Northern Light Mercy Hospital
6 miles, SW 4.1 star
Maine Medical Center
6 miles, SW 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
20 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
8 miles, SW 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
82 miles, W 1.4 star
Bangor International Airport
101 miles, NE 1.4 star