Shapleigh 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 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
2,954 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,560 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$324,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$587 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$905 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
2
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
2
Maine
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

York County
3
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 19
Feb 2 14 22
Mar 4 12 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

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 48% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 22, ME State House District 141, ME
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Schools

Shapleigh Memorial School
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Acton Elementary School
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Massabesic High School
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Maplestone
6 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

York County Community College
21 miles, S • 1.4 star
Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
22 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Southern Maine Health Care
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Huggins Hospital
19 miles, NW • 5 star
Frisbie Memorial Hospital
19 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
24 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
27 miles, E • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
53 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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