Milbridge, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
394 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
37.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,308 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
60.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$216,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$667 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$400 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
1
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

Washington County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 18 19
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 4 14 31
Apr 4 3 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 5 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 6, ME State House District 11, ME
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Schools

Milbridge Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Ella Lewis School
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
Cherryfield Elementary
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Narraguagus High School
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

College of the Atlantic
19 miles, W • 1.4 star
University of Maine at Machias
25 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Maine
46 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Maine Maritime Academy
46 miles, W • 5 star
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Hospitals

Mount Desert Island Hospital
18 miles, W • 4.1 star
Down East Community Hospital
24 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
50 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
134 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
208 miles, W • 1.4 star
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