Wilton Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
3,859 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,354 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$569 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$478 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 15
Feb 3 18 18
Mar 3 15 28
Apr 4 5 41
May 4 0 53
Jun 5 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 5 0 45
Nov 4 4 35
Dec 4 18 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 5, ME State House District 74, ME
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Schools

Academy Hill School
3 miles, S • 1 star
Mt Blue High School
6 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Maine at Farmington
6 miles, E • 1.9 star
Colby College
29 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Thomas College
30 miles, SE • 1.9 star
University of Maine at Augusta
30 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Franklin Memorial Hospital
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Rumford Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
Maine General Medical Center
29 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
68 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
71 miles, E • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
131 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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