Hancock County, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
56,084 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,630 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$555 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$895 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 18
Feb 3 16 21
Mar 4 13 30
Apr 4 3 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 15 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 6, ME State House District 12, ME
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Schools

Ellsworth High School
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School
3 miles, W • 2.8 star
Graham Lake School
4 miles, NW • 1 star

Colleges

College of the Atlantic
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Maine Maritime Academy
25 miles, W • 5 star
Beal College
26 miles, NW • 1 star
Eastern Maine Community College
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Mount Desert Island Hospital
15 miles, S • 4.1 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
28 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
115 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
190 miles, W • 1.4 star