Wiscasset 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 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,812 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,054 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$297,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$666 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,027 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln 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

Lincoln County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 20
Feb 3 15 23
Mar 4 13 32
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 13 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 13, ME State House District 47, ME
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Schools

Wiscasset Middle/High School
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Wiscasset Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 1 star
Wiscasset Christian Academy
2 miles, SW • 5 star
Edgecomb Eddy School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bowdoin College
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
University of Maine at Augusta
23 miles, N • 1.4 star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
23 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lincolnhealth
8 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
13 miles, W • 3.2 star
Maine General Medical Center
24 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
26 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
40 miles, W • 1.9 star
Bangor International Airport
69 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
115 miles, W • 1.4 star
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