State Senate District 5, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
40,425 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,966 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$170,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$712 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.3% 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 18 17
Mar 3 15 27
Apr 3 5 40
May 3 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 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 is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State House District 72, ME
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Schools

Forest Hills Consolidated School
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
Greenville Consolidated School
21 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Moscow Elementary
28 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Maine at Farmington
56 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Kennebec Valley Community College
64 miles, S • 1.4 star
Colby College
65 miles, S • 3.7 star
Thomas College
68 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mayo Regional Hospital
43 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Sebasticook Valley Health
57 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
74 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
127 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Burlington International Airport
168 miles, W • 1.4 star
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