Kingfield, 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 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
583 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,648 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$455 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 22 11
Feb 2 18 13
Mar 3 16 24
Apr 4 6 38
May 4 0 50
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 4 0 63
Sep 4 0 54
Oct 4 1 43
Nov 4 6 32
Dec 3 20 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 5, ME State House District 73, ME
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Schools

Kingfield Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Mt Abram Regional High School
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
Strong Elementary School
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Carrabassett Valley Academy
11 miles, N • 5 star
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Colleges

University of Maine at Farmington
20 miles, S • 1.9 star
Colby College
36 miles, S • 3.7 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
37 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Thomas College
38 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Franklin Memorial Hospital
23 miles, S • 4.1 star
Rumford Hospital
34 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Northern Light Inland Hospital
38 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
66 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
91 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Burlington International Airport
150 miles, W • 1.4 star
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