Knox County, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
40,860 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,903 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$702 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$900 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 19
Feb 3 15 23
Mar 4 12 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 12, ME State House District 42, ME
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Schools

Owls Head Central School
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Colleges

Maine Maritime Academy
27 miles, NE • 5 star
Unity College
41 miles, N • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
43 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Penobscot Bay Medical Center
8 miles, N • 4.1 star
Lincolnhealth
24 miles, W • 4.1 star
Waldo County General Hospital
26 miles, NE • 4.1 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
54 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
69 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
142 miles, W • 1.4 star