Moscow Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
765 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,315 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$323 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$245 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Somerset County
2
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

Somerset County
4
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 23 12
Feb 3 21 16
Mar 3 19 25
Apr 4 7 39
May 4 0 51
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 1 44
Nov 5 7 33
Dec 4 21 20

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%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 7%

Schools

Moscow Elementary
4 miles, SW 3.2 star
Quimby Middle School
6 miles, SW 2.3 star
Solon Elementary School
13 miles, S 3.2 star

Colleges

University of Maine at Farmington
35 miles, SW 1.9 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
40 miles, S 1.4 star
Colby College
41 miles, S 3.7 star
Thomas College
44 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Mayo Regional Hospital
31 miles, E 4.1 star
Sebasticook Valley Health
34 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
56 miles, SE 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
105 miles, SW 1.9 star
Burlington International Airport
167 miles, W 1.4 star