Kennebunkport, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,450 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,922 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$805,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$891 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,139 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
2
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
2
Maine
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
3
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 21
Feb 2 12 23
Mar 4 10 32
Apr 4 2 44
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 12 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 8%

Schools

Kennebunkport Consolidated Sch
<1 miles, W 4.1 star
Cocoons
3 miles, NW
Sea Road School
4 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

University of New England
8 miles, NE 2.8 star
York County Community College
8 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Southern Maine Health Care
8 miles, N 3.2 star
York Hospital
18 miles, SW 5 star
Maine Medical Center
22 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
21 miles, NE 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
58 miles, W 1.4 star