Vinalhaven Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,063 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,262 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$435,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$847 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$667 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 4 19 20
Feb 2 15 23
Mar 4 12 32
Apr 4 2 43
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 14 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 12, ME State House District 15, ME
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Schools

Vinalhaven School
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
North Haven Community School
10 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Maine Maritime Academy
25 miles, N • 5 star
College of the Atlantic
38 miles, E • 1.4 star
Unity College
48 miles, N • 1.9 star
Beal College
53 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Penobscot Bay Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Waldo County General Hospital
29 miles, N • 4.1 star
Lincolnhealth
36 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
54 miles, N • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
80 miles, W • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
152 miles, W • 1.4 star
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