Union Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
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
2,693 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,865 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$245,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,045 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Knox County
1
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

Knox County
3
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 18
Feb 3 15 21
Mar 4 13 30
Apr 4 4 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 4 2 38
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 12, ME State House District 44, ME
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Schools

Union Elementary
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Hope Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Appleton Village School
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Prescott Memorial School
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Unity College
26 miles, N • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
26 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Maine Maritime Academy
26 miles, E • 5 star
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Hospitals

Penobscot Bay Medical Center
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Lincolnhealth
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Waldo County General Hospital
19 miles, E • 4.1 star
Maine General Medical Center
26 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
46 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
65 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
140 miles, W • 1.4 star
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