State House District 12, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
9,009 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$556 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$890 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 18 18
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 4 13 31
Apr 4 3 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

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 46% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Schools

Sumner Memorial High School
4 miles, N 2.8 star
Peninsula School
5 miles, SE 3.2 star
Conners-Emerson School
7 miles, W 4.1 star
Mountain View School
8 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

College of the Atlantic
7 miles, W 1.4 star
Maine Maritime Academy
35 miles, W 5 star
University of Maine at Machias
36 miles, E 1.4 star
Beal College
40 miles, NW 1 star

Hospitals

Mount Desert Island Hospital
7 miles, SW 4.1 star
Down East Community Hospital
36 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
43 miles, NW 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
123 miles, W 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
197 miles, W 1.4 star