Minot Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
2,774 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,932 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$275,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$530 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Androscoggin County
2
Lewiston-Auburn 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

Androscoggin County
4
Lewiston-Auburn Metro Area
4
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 17
Feb 2 16 21
Mar 4 14 30
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 0 46
Nov 5 2 36
Dec 4 15 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 7%

Schools

Minot Consolidated School
2 miles, S 3.7 star
Elm Street School-Mechanic Falls
3 miles, W 1.4 star

Colleges

Central Maine Community College
5 miles, SE 1.9 star
Maine College of Health Professions
6 miles, SE 3.2 star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
7 miles, SE 1.4 star
Bates College
7 miles, SE 4.1 star

Hospitals

Central Maine Medical Center
7 miles, SE 2.3 star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
7 miles, SE 3.2 star
Stephens Memorial Hospital
11 miles, NW 4.1 star
Bridgton Hospital
20 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
34 miles, S 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
88 miles, E 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
100 miles, SW 1.4 star