Kittery, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
5,284 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,574 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$421,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$935 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,315 $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

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 3 17 23
Feb 3 12 26
Mar 5 11 34
Apr 4 3 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 12 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 35, ME State House District 151, ME
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Schools

Robert W Traip Academy
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Portsmouth Middle School
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Maude H Trefethen School
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
Shapleigh School
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Great Bay Community College
3 miles, W • 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
12 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Portsmouth Regional Hospital
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
York Hospital
6 miles, E • 5 star
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
11 miles, N • 5 star
Exeter Hospital Inc
12 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
37 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
44 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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