Jefferson Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
2,616 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,805 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$238,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$539 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$748 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
2
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

Lincoln County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 19
Feb 3 15 22
Mar 4 13 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 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 is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 7%

Schools

Jefferson Village School
4 miles, E 2.3 star
Coastal Christian School
5 miles, SE 3.2 star
Whitefield Elementary School
6 miles, NW 2.3 star

Colleges

Purdue University Global-Augusta
18 miles, NW 1.4 star
University of Maine at Augusta
18 miles, NW 1.4 star
Thomas College
26 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Lincolnhealth
10 miles, SW 4.1 star
Maine General Medical Center
19 miles, NW 4.1 star
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
21 miles, SE 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
26 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
54 miles, W 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
56 miles, NE 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
129 miles, W 1.4 star