State House District 74, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
9,640 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,951 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$511 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$512 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.2% 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 20 14
Feb 2 17 17
Mar 3 15 27
Apr 4 5 40
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 0 44
Nov 4 4 34
Dec 3 18 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 9%

Schools

Strong Elementary School
6 miles, NE 3.2 star
Mt Blue Middle School
7 miles, SE 1.4 star
Cascade Brook School
7 miles, SE 1.9 star

Colleges

University of Maine at Farmington
7 miles, SE 1.9 star
Colby College
31 miles, SE 3.7 star
Thomas College
32 miles, SE 1.9 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
33 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Franklin Memorial Hospital
8 miles, S 4.1 star
Rumford Hospital
19 miles, W 4.1 star
Northern Light Inland Hospital
32 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Bangor International Airport
70 miles, E 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
75 miles, SW 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
137 miles, SW 1.4 star