Freeport, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,544 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,352 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$587 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,216 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 4 19 18
Feb 3 14 23
Mar 4 13 32
Apr 4 4 43
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 4 2 37
Dec 4 13 25

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 23, ME State House District 102, ME
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Freeport High School
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Mast Landing School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Freeport Middle School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Browse all schools near Portland-South Portland Metro Area

Colleges

Bowdoin College
8 miles, E • 4.1 star
Empire Beauty School-Maine
15 miles, SW • 1 star
Southern Maine Community College
16 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Southern Maine
16 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Browse all colleges near Portland-South Portland Metro Area

Hospitals

Mid Coast Hospital
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
Northern Light Mercy Hospital
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Maine Medical Center
17 miles, SW • 4.1 star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
18 miles, N • 3.2 star
Browse all hospitals near Portland-South Portland Metro Area

Airports

Portland International Jetport
18 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
91 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
92 miles, W • 1.4 star
Browse all airports near Portland-South Portland Metro Area