Falmouth 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 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
12,631 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
70.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$137,991 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$668,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,206 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,907 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 3 19 19
Feb 3 15 23
Mar 4 15 32
Apr 4 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 3 37
Dec 4 16 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 25, ME State House District 111, ME
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Schools

Falmouth High School
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Falmouth Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Falmouth Middle School
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Harrison Lyseth Elem School
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Maine
5 miles, S • 1 star
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook
5 miles, SW • 1.4 star
University of Southern Maine
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Maine College of Art
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Maine Medical Center
6 miles, S • 4.1 star
Northern Light Mercy Hospital
6 miles, S • 4.1 star
Southern Maine Health Care
21 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
81 miles, W • 1.4 star
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