Newport, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,469 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,740 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$871 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.9% 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 16 20
Mar 3 12 28
Apr 4 4 41
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 3 36
Dec 4 16 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 3, ME State House District 33, ME
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Schools

Newport Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Nokomis Regional High School
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Sebasticook Valley Middle School
4 miles, N • 1.4 star
Corinna Elementary School
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Unity College
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Husson University
23 miles, SE
Beal College
23 miles, SE • 1 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
24 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sebasticook Valley Health
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Joseph Hospital
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
97 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
171 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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