Long Island Town, ME
Livability
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Bikeability
5/10
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Walkability
6/10
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Transit
7/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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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
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Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
300
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
54.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,625
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$461,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$488
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,556
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Cumberland 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
Cumberland County
3
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
3
Maine
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 19 | 19 |
| Feb | 2 | 15 | 22 |
| Mar | 4 | 14 | 31 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 43 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 5 | 2 | 37 |
| Dec | 4 | 16 | 26 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.
Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 25, ME State House District 110, MESchools
Long Island Elementary School
<1 miles, N
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3.2
Peaks Island School
2 miles, W
•
3.7
Cliff Island School
3 miles, E
Chebeague Island School
4 miles, NE
•
3.7
Colleges
Southern Maine Community College
4 miles, W
•
1.9
Empire Beauty School-Maine
5 miles, W
•
1
Maine College of Art
6 miles, W
•
1.4
Hospitals
Northern Light Mercy Hospital
6 miles, W
•
4.1
Maine Medical Center
6 miles, W
•
4.1
Spring Harbor Hospital
9 miles, W
Mid Coast Hospital
20 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Portland International Jetport
8 miles, W
•
1.9
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
53 miles, SW
•
1
Manchester Airport
82 miles, W
•
1.4
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
100 miles, SW
•
4.1