State House District 14, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,942 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,062 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$438,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,093 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.8% 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 30
Apr 4 3 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 4 2 37
Dec 4 15 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 7%

Schools

Mt Desert Elementary School
3 miles, SW 3.7 star
Mt Desert Island High School
3 miles, N 4.1 star
Pemetic Elementary School
4 miles, SW 3.7 star
Conners-Emerson School
5 miles, NE 4.1 star

Colleges

College of the Atlantic
5 miles, NE 1.4 star
Maine Maritime Academy
26 miles, NW 5 star
Beal College
40 miles, N 1 star
Eastern Maine Community College
41 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Mount Desert Island Hospital
5 miles, NE 4.1 star
Waldo County General Hospital
36 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
43 miles, N 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
112 miles, W 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
185 miles, W 1.4 star