Searsmont Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,494 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,192 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$259,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$585 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Waldo 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

Waldo County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 18 18
Feb 2 16 22
Mar 4 14 30
Apr 4 2 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 16 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 11, ME State House District 40, ME
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Schools

Ames Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Lincolnville Central School
6 miles, S • 3.7 star
Walker Memorial School
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Unity College
18 miles, N • 1.9 star
Maine Maritime Academy
19 miles, E • 5 star
Thomas College
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
26 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Waldo County General Hospital
10 miles, E • 4.1 star
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
16 miles, S • 4.1 star
Northern Light Inland Hospital
26 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lincolnhealth
29 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
35 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
75 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
150 miles, W • 1.4 star
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