Sumner Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
996 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$155,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$417 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oxford County
2
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

Oxford County
4
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 16
Feb 3 18 20
Mar 4 17 29
Apr 4 6 42
May 4 2 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 5 1 46
Nov 5 6 35
Dec 4 19 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 19, ME State House District 79, ME
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Schools

Hartford-Sumner Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Agnes Gray School
7 miles, W • 1.4 star
Buckfield Jr-Sr High School
7 miles, S • 2.8 star
Hezion Academy
9 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

Central Maine Community College
20 miles, S • 1.9 star
Maine College of Health Professions
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bates College
23 miles, S • 4.1 star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
23 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Stephens Memorial Hospital
12 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Rumford Hospital
13 miles, N • 4.1 star
Franklin Memorial Hospital
22 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Central Maine Medical Center
22 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
51 miles, S • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
85 miles, E • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
112 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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