South Windham, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,047 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$128,108 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$325,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$549 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$760 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland 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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 19
Feb 3 15 23
Mar 4 15 31
Apr 5 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 15 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 6%

Schools

Great Falls Elementary School
<1 miles, W 3.2 star
Windham High School
3 miles, NE 3.2 star
Windham Primary School
3 miles, NE 1.9 star
Windham Middle School
4 miles, NE 2.3 star

Colleges

Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook
6 miles, SE 1.4 star
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
7 miles, N 2.3 star
University of Southern Maine
9 miles, SE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Maine Medical Center
10 miles, SE 4.1 star
Northern Light Mercy Hospital
10 miles, SE 4.1 star
Southern Maine Health Care
18 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
9 miles, S 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
76 miles, SW 1.4 star