Perry Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
724 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,297 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$458 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$921 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington 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

Washington County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 19 17
Feb 3 15 21
Mar 4 14 30
Apr 4 4 41
May 4 0 51
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 15 25

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 6, ME State House District 9, ME
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Schools

Perry Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Pembroke Elementary School
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
Eastport Elementary School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Shead High School
8 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Washington County Community College
14 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of Maine at Machias
26 miles, SW • 1.4 star
College of the Atlantic
68 miles, W • 1.4 star
University of Maine
77 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Calais Regional Hospital
16 miles, N • 3.2 star
Down East Community Hospital
26 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Mount Desert Island Hospital
68 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
85 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
184 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
258 miles, W • 1.4 star
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