Islesboro Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
686 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
9 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$291,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$749 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Waldo 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

Waldo County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 18 19
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 4 13 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 11, ME State House District 40, ME
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Schools

Islesboro Central School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Edna Drinkwater School
7 miles, N • 3.2 star
Adams School
8 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Captain Albert W Stevens School
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Maine Maritime Academy
8 miles, NE • 5 star
Unity College
29 miles, N • 1.9 star
Beal College
34 miles, NE • 1 star
College of the Atlantic
35 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Waldo County General Hospital
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
35 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
83 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
158 miles, W • 1.4 star
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