New Sharon 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 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,622 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$155,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$448 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 15
Feb 2 18 18
Mar 3 15 28
Apr 4 5 41
May 4 0 53
Jun 5 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 5 0 45
Nov 4 4 35
Dec 4 18 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 5, ME State House District 58, ME
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Schools

Cape Cod Hill Elem School
3 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Mt Blue High School
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Cascade Brook School
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Maine at Farmington
7 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Colby College
18 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Thomas College
19 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Franklin Memorial Hospital
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
Northern Light Inland Hospital
18 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Maine General Medical Center
23 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
59 miles, E • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
71 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
139 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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