Wilton, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,822 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,721 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$508 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
2
Maine
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (44%) 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 14
Feb 3 18 18
Mar 3 15 28
Apr 4 5 41
May 4 0 53
Jun 5 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 5 0 45
Nov 4 4 35
Dec 4 18 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Academy Hill School
<1 miles, SE · 1star
Mt Blue High School
6 miles, E · 2.8star

Colleges

University of Maine at Augusta
28 miles, SE · 1.4star
Purdue University Global-Augusta
28 miles, SE · 1.4star
Colby College
28 miles, SE · 3.7star

Hospitals

Franklin Memorial Hospital
4 miles, E · 4.1star
Rumford Hospital
16 miles, W · 4.1star
Maine General Medical Center
28 miles, SE · 4.1star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
66 miles, SW · 1.9star
Bangor International Airport
71 miles, E · 1.4star
Manchester Airport
129 miles, SW · 1.4star