Penobscot 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 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,127 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$261,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$551 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$894 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock County
1
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

Hancock County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 18 19
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 4 14 31
Apr 4 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 5 3 38
Dec 4 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 7, ME State House District 17, ME
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Schools

Penobscot Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Brooksville Elementary School
7 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Blue Hill Consolidated School
7 miles, SE • 2.8 star
George Stevens Academy
8 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Maine Maritime Academy
8 miles, SW • 5 star
Beal College
21 miles, N • 1 star
Eastern Maine Community College
24 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Waldo County General Hospital
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
Eastern Maine Medical Center
23 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
23 miles, N • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
98 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
173 miles, W • 1.4 star
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