State House District 143, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
9,155 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,980 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$267,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$677 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,006 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.5% 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 3 17 20
Feb 3 13 24
Mar 4 11 32
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 13 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Schools

Margaret Chase Smith Sch -Sanford
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
Sanford Christian Academy
4 miles, N 5 star
Lafayette School
4 miles, N 2.3 star

Colleges

York County Community College
9 miles, S 1.4 star
Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
14 miles, SW 1 star

Hospitals

Southern Maine Health Care
13 miles, E 3.2 star
Frisbie Memorial Hospital
14 miles, W 3.2 star
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
15 miles, SW 5 star
York Hospital
18 miles, S 5 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
27 miles, E 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
48 miles, W 1.4 star