State House District 43, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
8,560 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,176 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$687 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$866 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.5% 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 19 20
Feb 3 14 23
Mar 4 12 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 13 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Schools

St George School
1 miles, E 2.3 star
Cushing Community School
4 miles, N 2.3 star
Friendship Village School
5 miles, NW 3.7 star

Colleges

Bowdoin College
36 miles, W 4.1 star
Maine Maritime Academy
37 miles, NE 5 star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
38 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Penobscot Bay Medical Center
15 miles, NE 4.1 star
Lincolnhealth
15 miles, NW 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
33 miles, W 3.2 star
Waldo County General Hospital
34 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
58 miles, W 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
62 miles, NE 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
131 miles, W 1.4 star