Vassalboro 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 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
4,544 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,828 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$546 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$740 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kennebec County
2
Augusta-Waterville Urban 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

Kennebec County
4
Augusta-Waterville Urban Area
4
Maine
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

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 19 17
Feb 3 16 21
Mar 4 14 30
Apr 4 3 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 4 3 36
Dec 4 16 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Vassalboro Community School
<1 miles, N · 2.3star
James H Bean School
5 miles, NW · 2.8star
Erskine Academy
5 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

Thomas College
7 miles, N · 1.9star
Colby College
9 miles, N · 3.7star
University of Maine at Augusta
10 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Northern Light Inland Hospital
8 miles, N · 4.1star
Maine General Medical Center
8 miles, W · 4.1star
Sebasticook Valley Health
28 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
48 miles, E · 1.4star
Portland International Jetport
63 miles, SW · 1.9star
Manchester Airport
137 miles, SW · 1.4star
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