Mount Vernon Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,728 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,664 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$604 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kennebec County
2
Augusta-Waterville Urban 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

Kennebec County
4
Augusta-Waterville Urban Area
4
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 16
Feb 3 17 19
Mar 4 15 29
Apr 4 4 41
May 4 0 53
Jun 5 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 5 0 46
Nov 5 3 35
Dec 4 17 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 15, ME State House District 58, ME
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Schools

Mt Vernon Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Kents Hill School
5 miles, SW • 5 star
Maranacook Community High Sch
5 miles, S • 3.7 star
Maranacook Community Middle Sch
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Maine at Augusta
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
Thomas College
15 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Maine General Medical Center
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Franklin Memorial Hospital
15 miles, N • 4.1 star
Northern Light Inland Hospital
16 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
59 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
60 miles, E • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
129 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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