New Gloucester 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 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
5,733 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$107,781 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$316,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$718 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,154 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (43%) 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 20 18
Feb 3 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 5 0 46
Nov 5 2 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Wayfinder Schools
<1 miles, S · 5star
Wayfinder Schools
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Memorial School
2 miles, NE
Mse/Mhc-Collaborative School
4 miles, S · 1star

Colleges

Purdue University Global-Lewiston
10 miles, NE · 1.4star
Bates College
11 miles, NE · 4.1star
Central Maine Community College
13 miles, NE · 1.9star

Hospitals

Central Maine Medical Center
11 miles, NE · 2.3star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
11 miles, NE · 3.2star
Mid Coast Hospital
20 miles, SE · 3.2star
Stephens Memorial Hospital
21 miles, N · 4.1star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
22 miles, SW · 1.9star
Manchester Airport
91 miles, SW · 1.4star
Bangor International Airport
93 miles, E · 1.4star