Yarmouth, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
6,293 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,311 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$506,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$989 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
2
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
2
Maine
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
3
Portland-South Portland Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 19 20
Feb 3 14 23
Mar 4 14 32
Apr 5 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 5 2 38
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 6%

Schools

North Yarmouth Academy
<1 miles, S 5 star
Yarmouth High School
<1 miles, SW 4.6 star
Yarmouth Elementary School
<1 miles, W 4.1 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Maine
10 miles, SW 1 star
University of Southern Maine
11 miles, SW 2.3 star
Maine College of Art
11 miles, SW 1.4 star
Southern Maine Community College
11 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Northern Light Mercy Hospital
11 miles, SW 4.1 star
Maine Medical Center
11 miles, SW 4.1 star
Mid Coast Hospital
16 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
12 miles, SW 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
87 miles, W 1.4 star
Bangor International Airport
97 miles, NE 1.4 star