State Senate District 8, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
38,953 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,201 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$490 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$902 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 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 15
Feb 3 17 19
Mar 3 14 29
Apr 4 4 41
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 4 35
Dec 3 17 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State House District 18, ME
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Schools

Enfield Station Elementary School
8 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Mattanawcook Jr High School
9 miles, N • 1.9 star
Ella P Burr School
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Maine
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Eastern Maine Community College
33 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Husson University
34 miles, SW
Beal College
36 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Penobscot Valley Hospital
8 miles, N • 4.1 star
Millinocket Regional Hospital
31 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
144 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
219 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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