Friendship 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 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,276 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,618 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$265,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$589 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$980 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Knox County
1
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

Knox County
3
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 19 21
Feb 2 15 23
Mar 4 14 32
Apr 4 2 43
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 39
Dec 4 14 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 12, ME State House District 45, ME
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Schools

Friendship Village School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Cushing Community School
7 miles, E • 2.3 star
St George School
7 miles, E • 2.3 star
Bristol Consolidated School
9 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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

Lincolnhealth
10 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
27 miles, W • 3.2 star
Maine General Medical Center
36 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
52 miles, W • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
64 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
126 miles, W • 1.4 star
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