Jonesport, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
634 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$122,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$177 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington 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

Washington 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 15 31
Apr 4 4 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 6 2 38
Dec 5 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 6, ME State House District 11, ME
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Schools

Beals Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Jonesport Elementary School
2 miles, N • 1.9 star
Jonesport-Beals High School
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
Daniel W Merritt School
7 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Maine at Machias
14 miles, NE • 1.4 star
College of the Atlantic
32 miles, W • 1.4 star
Washington County Community College
47 miles, NE • 1.4 star
University of Maine
58 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Down East Community Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mount Desert Island Hospital
31 miles, W • 4.1 star
Calais Regional Hospital
48 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
63 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
148 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
221 miles, W • 1.4 star
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