Milford Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
3,083 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,892 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$183,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$937 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Penobscot County
1
Bangor Metro Area
1
Maine
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Penobscot County
3
Bangor Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 16
Feb 3 15 20
Mar 4 13 29
Apr 4 4 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 3 36
Dec 4 16 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Schools

Dr Lewis S Libby School
5 miles, SW 1.9 star
Old Town High School
6 miles, SW 3.2 star
Leonard Middle School
6 miles, SW 2.3 star

Colleges

University of Maine
8 miles, SW 2.3 star
Eastern Maine Community College
14 miles, SW 1.9 star
Husson University
16 miles, SW
Beal College
18 miles, SW 1 star

Hospitals

Eastern Maine Medical Center
15 miles, SW 2.3 star
St Joseph Hospital
16 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
18 miles, SW 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
126 miles, SW 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
201 miles, W 1.4 star