Gray 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 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
8,331 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,554 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$338,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,069 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.8% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (37%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 18
Feb 2 15 22
Mar 4 15 31
Apr 4 4 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 2 37
Dec 4 14 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Gray-New Gloucester Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 2.8star
Gray-New Gloucester High School
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Russell School
2 miles, SE

Colleges

Saint Joseph's College of Maine
8 miles, W · 2.3star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
15 miles, NE · 1.4star
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook
16 miles, S · 1.4star

Hospitals

Central Maine Medical Center
16 miles, NE · 2.3star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
16 miles, NE · 3.2star
Maine Medical Center
18 miles, S · 4.1star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
18 miles, S · 1.9star
Manchester Airport
86 miles, SW · 1.4star
Bangor International Airport
98 miles, E · 1.4star