South Eliot, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
4,021 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,705 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$437,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$787 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,773 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.7% 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 17 22
Feb 2 11 26
Mar 4 10 34
Apr 4 2 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 11 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 35, ME State House District 150, ME
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Schools

Eliot Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Marshwood Middle School
1 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Great Bay Community College
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Portsmouth Regional Hospital
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
7 miles, N • 5 star
York Hospital
7 miles, E • 5 star
Exeter Hospital Inc
13 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
35 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
43 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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