Augusta, ME

Maine · Kennebec County

Augusta is a small city in Maine with a population of 18,999. Residents earn $48,756 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

18,999 Population 345/sq mi density

$48,756 Median Income $34,778 per capita

$188,900 Home Value $267,101 Zillow

$887 Median Rent 28.9% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr

263 Violent Crime/100K 3,151 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$48,756 median income, 4.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$188,900 home value, $887/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

263 violent crimes/100K (31% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

28.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $48,756

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $188,900

33% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 263/100K

31% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Median Rent $887

24% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.3%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.8%

19% higher than US avg

How Augusta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population18,999

Median Age44.1 yrs

Density345/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans10.3%

Economy

Median Income$48,756

Per Capita$34,778

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty14.8%

County GDP$8,569M

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$188,900

Rent$887

Ownership55.6%

Zillow$267,101

Housing Units10,048

Rent Burden28.9%

Crime

Violent263/100K

Property3,151/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault91/100K

Burglary317/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%

Uninsured9.7%

Smoking18.0%

Depression30.1%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI34 (Good)

Rain41.8 in/yr

Sunny Days251/yr

Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+94.7%

Graduate+9.4%

School Score5.61

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%

Commute16 min

Broadband87.5%

EV Stations36

Libraries18

Is Augusta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Augusta receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Augusta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Augusta is $48,756, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Augusta is $188,900, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $887 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Augusta is below the national average at 263 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,151 per 100,000, 61% above the national average.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Augusta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Augusta has a population of 18,999 with a density of 345 people per square mile, spread across 55.1 square miles. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents, while 6.8% speak Spanish. 10.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,999

Total Population

345

People / sq mi

44.1yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

55.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%

Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Augusta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.8%

49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Augusta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Augusta is $48,756, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,778 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,170, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Augusta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,756
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,778
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,170
IRS Avg AGI	$68,050
Gini Index	0.441 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	14.8%
	19% above US avg
Establishments (County)	4,431
County GDP	$8,569M

Business (County)

Restaurants	314
Healthcare	472
Retail	519
Manufacturing	92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,195
	48% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.4 min
Drive Alone	69.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Augusta is $188,900, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,101, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $887 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,186 for a one-bedroom to $1,497 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,048 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $5,195 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$188,900
	33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$267,101
Median List Price	$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$275,000
$/Sq Ft	$178
Homes Sold	10
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.4%
Price Drops	19.6%
Inventory	56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$887
	24% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,458
Rent Burden	28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,108
1 Bedroom	$1,186
2 Bedrooms	$1,497
3 Bedrooms	$1,951
4 Bedrooms	$2,190

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	55.6%
Owner-Occupied	55.6%
Renter-Occupied	44.4%
Housing Units	10,048
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,195
	48% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.75%

In Augusta, 34.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 31.2% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 25.9% are physically inactive. 30.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:902. The dentist ratio is 1:1,173. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-24)

PM2.5

7.2

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

8.8

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

1.8

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

67.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

128.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Augusta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.3%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.2%
Asthma	12.9%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	25.9%
Depression	30.1%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.7%
Uninsured	9.7%
	13% above US avg
Primary Care	1:902
Dentists	1:1,173
Mental Health	1:172
Checkup Rate	78.4%
Dental Visits	56.4%
Premature Death	9,353/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	59.5%
Healthcare Facilities	472

Augusta has a violent crime rate of 263 per 100,000 residents, 31% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 91.3 per 100,000, robbery at 64.4, rape at 107.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,151 per 100,000, 61% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,786, burglary at 317, vehicle theft at 48 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Augusta receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Augusta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	263.0/100K
	31% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	107.4/100K
Robbery	64.4/100K
Assault	91.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,151.0/100K
	61% above US avg
Burglary	316.7/100K
Theft	2,786.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	48.3/100K
Arson	10.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19
Traffic Accidents	99
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Augusta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	46.1°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-6°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	171 ft (52 m)
Area	55.1 sq mi (142.8 km²)
Population Density	345/sq mi
Coordinates	44.3349°N, 69.7342°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Kennebec County County
Nearest Airport	Knox County Regional (RKD) 37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.8"

10% above US avg

Wettest Month (Nov) 4.17"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

AQI Median	34.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0368 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	6.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	75.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.4 / 100
Community Resilience	90.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 26, 2025.

Oct 16, 2012	5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine	M4.7	110 km
Aug 21, 1996	12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire	M3.8	130 km
Feb 26, 1999	0 km NW of China, Maine	M3.8	23 km
Jan 17, 2000	4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine	M3.6	62 km
Jan 3, 2000	4 km W of Leeds, Maine	M3.5	35 km
Oct 25, 2001	4 km S of Howland, Maine	M3.3	128 km
Jan 14, 2023	7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine	M3.3	99 km
Sep 7, 2000	7 km WSW of Liberty, Maine	M3.2	28 km
Sep 5, 1994	13 km NNE of Monhegan, Maine	M3.1	66 km
Mar 30, 2010	7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine	M3.0	86 km
Dec 25, 1999	4 km NE of Saint Albans, Maine	M3.0	73 km
Nov 20, 1994	4 km WNW of Norway, Maine	M3.0	70 km
Feb 4, 2022	0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire	M2.9	115 km
Jul 28, 2024	6 km W of Gardiner, Maine	M2.8	15 km
Feb 12, 1995	1 km NNE of Turner, Maine	M2.8	42 km
Mar 25, 2011	6 km NNE of Burlington, Maine	M2.7	148 km
Mar 9, 2020	50 km ESE of Old Orchard Beach, Maine	M2.7	117 km
Feb 17, 1995	7 km WSW of Greene, Maine	M2.7	44 km
Jan 17, 2018	3 km E of Richmond, Maine	M2.7	27 km
Feb 13, 1998	1 km SSE of Tamworth, New Hampshire	M2.7	133 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Kyle (2008, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2008	Kyle	Category 1	289 km
1991	Bob	Category 1	203 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

70 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 7 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 9, 2000	EF2	55 km	0
Jul 8, 1996	EF2	20 km	0
Nov 7, 1971	EF2	46 km	0
Jul 31, 1971	EF2	35 km	0
Jul 31, 1971	EF2	45 km	0
Jul 31, 1971	EF2	21 km	0
Aug 20, 1962	EF2	78 km	0
Sep 4, 1961	EF2	52 km	0
Jul 1, 2017	EF1	92 km	0
Jul 1, 2017	EF1	92 km	0
Jul 1, 2017	EF1	84 km	0
Jul 15, 2014	EF1	69 km	0
Jun 1, 2011	EF1	76 km	0
Jun 1, 2011	EF1	68 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF1	60 km	0
Aug 21, 2009	EF1	70 km	0
Nov 24, 2005	EF1	58 km	0
May 31, 2002	EF1	67 km	0
Jun 17, 2001	EF1	85 km	0
Jul 18, 2000	EF1	78 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
2008	MAINE	Avalanche	3.6 m	—	60 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	20°F (-6°C)	3.1 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	2.7 in	Driest
March	31°F (-1°C)	3.5 in
April	42°F (6°C)	3.7 in
May	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.7 in
July	70°F (21°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	67°F (20°C)	3.5 in
September	58°F (15°C)	3.4 in
October	47°F (9°C)	3.9 in
November	37°F (3°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
December	24°F (-4°C)	3.7 in

Augusta has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 20°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.7").

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Augusta is located in Kennebec County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.2% of the vote, a 2.8-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 36 EV charging stations. There are 18 public libraries serving the community. 472 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%

D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19
Traffic Accidents	99
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	94.7%
Graduate Degree+	9.4%
School Test Score	5.61

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	345/sq mi
Total Area	55.1 sq mi
County	Kennebec County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.5%
Avg Download Speed	137.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	36
Alt Fuel Stations	37
Public Libraries	18
Healthcare Facilities	472
Restaurants	314
Retail Stores	519

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.4 min
Drive Alone	69.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.0%

Average costs for common services in Augusta. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$996
Toddler	$873
Preschool	$920
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$714
Toddler	$671
Preschool	$625

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kennebec County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	10,536	484	$63,189	1.18
Retail Trade	8,548	527	$40,897	1.37
Accommodation & Food Services	4,740	300	$27,997	0.83
Manufacturing	2,935	103	$64,433	0.57
Construction	2,851	500	$74,231	0.87
Educational Services	2,251	58	$61,720	1.74
Other Services	2,115	364	$49,353	1.12
Wholesale Trade	1,970	160	$74,985	0.80
Professional & Technical Services	1,945	654	$86,423	0.45
Administrative & Waste Services	1,470	238	$46,867	0.40
Transportation & Warehousing	1,371	90	$59,360	0.52
Management of Companies	1,355	106	$86,296	1.29
Finance & Insurance	1,179	182	$79,024	0.46
Information & Technology	1,015	83	$67,562	0.87
Real Estate	581	126	$55,384	0.60
Arts & Entertainment	448	52	$29,034	0.43
Utilities	159	6	$128,185	0.67

Colleges & Universities in Augusta

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
University of Maine at Augusta	Public · Bachelor's	5,836	—	$8,618	$21,548
Capilo School of Hair Design	Private For-Profit · Certificate	326	—	—	—

Hospitals in Augusta

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
MAINE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(207) 626-1000
TOGUS VA MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care - Veterans Administration	4/5	Yes	(207) 623-8411
RIVERVIEW PSYCHIATRIC CENTER	Psychiatric	—	Yes	(207) 624-4683

Schools in Augusta

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Cony	High	685	44	15.6:1
Maine Virtual Academy (Charter)	High	438	33	13.3:1
Sylvio J Gilbert School	Elementary	335	23	14.6:1
Cony Middle School	Middle	320	27	11.9:1
Lincoln School	Elementary	310	21	14.8:1
Farrington School	Elementary	303	28	10.8:1
James H Bean School	Elementary	289	21	13.8:1
Windsor Elementary School	Elementary	287	26	11.0:1
Lillian Parks Hussey School	Elementary	260	19	13.7:1
Maine Arts Academy School (Charter)	High	225	14	16.1:1
Somerville Elementary School	—	32	1	32.0:1

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Radio Stations near Augusta

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Legacy 1160	oldies	MP3 128 kbps
WTOS	rock n roll	AAC 64 kbps
WBOR 91.1 FM	college	MP3 192 kbps
Radio Midcoast WCME	adult hits	MP3 96 kbps
WMHB 89.7 FM	alternative, college	MP3 192 kbps
WUMF 91.5 FM	university, university radio	MP3 185 kbps

National Parks Near Augusta

76 national parks and monuments found near Augusta.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrews Beach	State Park	Free
Androscoggin Riverlands State Park	State Park	Free
Augusta Surplus Lands	State Park	Free
Barrett Park	State Park	Free
Birch Point	State Park	Free
Birch Point State Park	State Park	Free
Bradbury Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Camden Hills	State Park	Free
Camden Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Camden Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Carvers Island	State Park	Free
Clark Cove	State Park	Free
Crescent Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Damariscotta Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Duck Trap	State Park	Free
Echo Lake Boat Access	State Park	Free
Ferry Beach	State Park	Free
Ferry Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Point State Park and Fort Pownal	State Park	Free
Fort Webber aka Fort Island	State Park	Free
Frances Perkins National Monument	National Monument	Free
Great Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Hermon Pond	State Park	Free
Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park	State Park	Free
Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park	State Park	Free
Jewell Island	State Park	Free
Lake George	State Park	Free
Lake St George State Park	State Park	Free
Laudholm Farms	State Park	Free
Little Chebeague Island	State Park	Free
Little Concord Pond	State Park	Free
Long Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Long Pond	State Park	Free
Mackworth Island State Park	State Park	Free
Maranacook Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Marblehead (Meetinghouse Eddy) Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Messalonskee Lake Boat Access	State Park	Free
Messalonskee Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Moose Point	State Park	Free
Moose Point State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Blue	State Park	Free
Mount Blue State Park	State Park	Free
North Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Owls Head Light	State Park	Free
Owls Head Light State Park	State Park	Free
Peacock Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Peaks-Kenny State Park	State Park	Free
Penobscott River Boating Access	State Park	Free
Perkins Island	State Park	Free
Popham Beach	State Park	Free
Popham Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Quantabacook Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Range Ponds	State Park	Free
Range Ponds State Park	State Park	Free
Rangeley Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Reid State Park	State Park	Free
Runaround Pond	State Park	Free
Salmon Falls	State Park	Free
Scarborough Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Sebago Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Sebec River - Milo	State Park	Free
Snow Pond	State Park	Free
Songo Lock State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Speckled Mountain	State Park	Free
Swan Lake	State Park	Free
Swan Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tasseltop Park	State Park	Free
Taylor Pond Boat Access	State Park	Free
Three Mile Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free
Two Lights State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Island State Park	State Park	Free
Whaleback Shell Midden	State Park	Free
Wolfes Neck Woods	State Park	Free
Wolfes Neck Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Woodbury Pond	State Park	Free
Woodbury Pond Boating Access	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Augusta

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	18,772	$37,027
2015	18,517	$39,544
2017	18,632	$40,181
2019	18,700	$43,796
2021	18,968	$40,438
2023	19,139	$48,756

Museums in Augusta

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
COLBY COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2078594000	$175,871,000
PERKINS ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2078594000	$175,871,000
THOMAS COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$26,350,683
WATERVILLE OPERA HOUSE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	93 MAIN STREET	2078737000	$674,117
VILES ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$182,225
MAINE STATE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$164,082
CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		2076222209	$116,943
HIDDEN VALLEY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	131 EGYPT ROAD	2072008840	$97,785
KENNEBEC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	107 WINTHROP STREET	2076227718	$68,357
WATERVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	62 SILVER STREET UNIT B	2078729439	$25,275
ROW HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$8,852
MANCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,205
1761 POWNALBOROUGH COURTHOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM
BELGRADE HERITAGE AND MUSEUM SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM
BELGRADE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BLAINE HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2072872121
CHINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COLONIAL THEATER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	137 WATER STREET
FORT WESTERN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2076262385
HERITAGE CENTER AT MILL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LITCHFIELD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2400 HALLOWELL ROAD
JEFFERSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2075493415
KINGS MILLS UNION HALL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEXINGTON HIGHLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MAINE MILITARY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MC CARTNEY HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	25 MAIN ST
OAKLAND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ODAMOGAN LIVING HISORY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2075822010
READFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	759 MAIN STREET	2076854662
READFIELD UNION MEETING HOUSE COMPANY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	22 CHURCH RD	2076854537
SIDNEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2455 WEST RIVER ROAD	2077248032
SOUTHARD CHTJ HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2077378202
VASSALBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2079233505
VIENNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITEFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	749 EAST RIVER ROAD WHITEFIELD	2075495064
WINTHROP MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 33

Libraries in Augusta

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	73 ELM STREET	111,465
LITHGOW PUBLIC LIBRARY	45 WINTHROP STREET	102,658
GARDINER PUBLIC LIBRARY	152 WATER STREET	63,267
CHARLES M. BAILEY PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 BOWDOIN STREET	42,864
WINSLOW PUBLIC LIBRARY	136 HALIFAX STREET	22,500
HUBBARD FREE LIBRARY	115 SECOND STREET	15,200
ISAAC F. UMBERHINE PUBLIC LIBRARY	86 MAIN STREET	9,426
OAKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	18 CHURCH STREET	8,680
BELGRADE PUBLIC LIBRARY	124 DEPOT ROAD	7,521
VASSALBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY	930 BOG ROAD	6,700
READFIELD COMMUNITY LIBRARY	1151 MAIN STREET	6,137
BRIDGE ACADEMY PUBLIC LIBRARY	44 MIDDLE ROAD	2,154
ALBERT CHURCH BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	37 MAIN STREET	1,689
SOUTH CHINA PUBLIC LIBRARY	247 VILLAGE ST.	1,680

Farmers Markets in Augusta

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Augusta Farmers' Market at Mill Park	1 Water St. Mill Park			Yes	Visit
Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market	Corner of Appleton & Main Streets				Visit
East Vassalboro Farmers' Market	Rt. 32				Visit
Fairfield Farmers' Market	81 Main Street	05/01/2015 to 05/01/2015	Wed: 2:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:30 AM-1:30 PM;		Visit
Farmers' Market at Mill Park	1 Northern Ave	05/06/2014 to 11/25/2014	Tue: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Gardiner Farmers Market	The Common	05/01/2013 to 10/30/2013	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Hallowell Market	Water St. (Rt. 201)

Hotels in Augusta

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western

Comfort Inn

Fairfield Inn

Restaurants in Augusta

29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1-7-10 Bowling & Entertainment Center

Antigoni's Pizza

Augusta Seafood

Backs

Cushnoc Brewing Company Taproom

Denny's

Don's Famous Franks

Downtown Diner

El Agave's Mexican Restaurant

Emily's

Great Wall Buffet

IHOP

Kume

Lisa's Legit Burritos

LongHorn Steakhouse

Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub

Olive Garden

Otto's On The River

Rebecca's Place

Red Robin

Riverfront Barbeque & Grille

Sand Hill Bagel

State Lunch

The Oak Table Restaurant & Bar

The Red Barn

Two Maine Guys

Whipper's Pizza

Cafes in Augusta

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wrapped Up Coffee house

Cinemas in Augusta

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Regal Cinemas

Theatres in Augusta

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheatre

Augusta Colonial Theater

Clinics in Augusta

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harold Alfond Center

Dentists in Augusta

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bryant Dental Care

Veterinaries in Augusta

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Wellness Center

Bus Stations in Augusta

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Concord Coach lines

Gas Stations in Augusta

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C&S

Citgo

Irving

Irving Oil

M's Market

Mobil

Shell

Banks in Augusta

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bangor Savings Bank

Camden National Bank

Capital Area Credit Union

Connected Credit Union

Five County Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Augusta

4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bond Brook Mini Mall

MIKA

Millsy's Cleaning Svcs

Southiere Chiropractic

Gyms in Augusta

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miller Fitness

United Fitness

Golf Courses in Augusta

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Natanis Driving Range

Natanis Golf Course

Western View Golf Club

Breweries in Augusta

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Kennebec Home Brew Supplies	Shopping & Stores, Farmingdale Alcoholic Beverage Making Equipment and Supplies, Beer Makers Equipme	662 Maine Ave	2076233368
The Liberal Cup Public House & Brewery	Brewery, Pub, and American Restaurant	115 Water St	2076232739	Visit

Nursing Homes in Augusta

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
AUGUSTA CENTER FOR HEALTH & REHABILITATION, LLC 188 EASTERN AVE	For profit - Corporation	72	60	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	2076223121
MAINE VETERANS HOME - AUGUSTA 310 CONY ROAD	Non profit - Corporation	120	108	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	2076222454
MAINEGENERAL REHAB & LONG TERM CARE - GLENRIDGE 40 GLENRIDGE DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	125	111	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	2076262600
MAINEGENERAL REHAB & LONG TERM CARE - GRAY BIRCH 37 GRAY BIRCH DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	77	67	3/5	—	5/5	3/5	2076217100

Pharmacies in Augusta

15 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 4158	2 STONE STREET	207-623-4181
CVS - 800	165 CAPITOL STREET	207-623-1170
HANNAFORD	33 HANNAFORD DRIVE	207-445-3389
HANNAFORD	29 WHITTEN ROAD	207-622-3148
HANNAFORD	118 CONY STREET	207-621-2574
KENNEBEC PHARMACY AND HOME CARE	43 LEIGHTON ROAD	207-626-2726
MAINE VETERANS' HOMES	5 COMMUNITY DRIVE	207-622-0075
PHARM CORP OF MAINE	12 EDISON DRIVE	207-626-9000
RITE AID - 3308	2007 NORTH BELFAST AVENUE	207-622-2626
RITE AID - 4153	83 HOSPITAL STREET	207-623-1414
SHAW'S-OSCO PHARMACY - 7552	150 WESTERN AVENUE	207-626-0364
TARGET	119 CROSSING WAY	207-622-8001
TOGUS VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER	810 EASTERN AVENUE	207-623-8411
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2046	201 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE	207-623-5144
WALGREENS - 11373	45 GROVE STREET	207-629-9401

Daycare Centers in Augusta

14 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
ACORNS TO OAKS LEARNING CENTER 166 WEEKS MILLS ROAD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 445-4758	OPEN
KIDS COUNT CHILD CARE 321 WARD RD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 441-9597	OPEN
KIDS COUNT II CHILD CARE 2184 NORTH BELFAST AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 620-9597	OPEN
LITTLE EXPLORER'S CHILDCARE 69 AUGUSTA ROCKLAND ROAD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 530-1431	OPEN
MAINE GENERAL HEALTH EARLY LEARNING CENTER 64 GLENRIDGE DRIVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 621-4292	OPEN
PAM'S PLAYCARE CENTER 2335 MIDDLE RD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 547-4893	OPEN
PRECIOUS LITTLE ONES CHILD CARE CENTER 612 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 213-4052	OPEN
SEEDLINGS PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE 135 WINDSOR ROAD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 620-2047	OPEN
SKCDC - MAGIC YEARS 125 INDUSTRIAL DR.	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 621-6397	OPEN
SKCDC - WEBSTER 34 FRANKLIN STREET	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 582-3110	OPEN
SKCDC - WINDSOR PRE - K COLLABORATION 366 RIDGE RD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 582-3110	OPEN
SOUTH PARISH NURSERY SCHOOL 9 CHURCH STREET	SCHOOL BASED — CHILD CARE-NURSERY SCHOOL	(207) 623-8852	OPEN
THE CURIOUS CATERPILLARS LEARNING CENTER 2445 NORTH BELFAST AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(207) 505-0885	OPEN
TOGETHER WEE GROW 166 TYLER ROAD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY	(508) 274-3713	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Augusta

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Marketplace at Augusta - Tesla Supercharger	197 Civic Center Drive	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
DARLINGS HYUNDA SALES CHARGER 2	439 Western Ave	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Hannaford Market - Augusta	29 Whitten Rd	eVgo Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
BGS SEWALL #1	93 Sewall St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
BGS SEWALL #2	93 Sewall St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
BGS SEWALL #3	93 Sewall st	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
BGS TYSON DR 1	25 Tyson Dr	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
BGS TYSON DR 2	25 Tyson Dr	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
BMV AUGUSTA BMV	19 Anthony Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
BMV MAIN OFFICE	101 Hospital St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Charlie's Nissan	465 Western Ave	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
Charlie's Nissan	465 Western Ave	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
City of Augusta	8 Dickman St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
City of Augusta	16 Cony St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
MDOT AUGUSTA FLEET	66 Industrial Dr	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
MDOT AUGUSTA HQ #2	4 Center St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
MDOT AUGUSTA HQ BLD	4 Center St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
MMA Parking Lot	60 Community Dr	AMPUP	1		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Augusta

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
41 ALEXANDER REED ROAD	MTOWER	38
41 ALEXANDER REED ROAD	MTOWER	38
52 BEEDLE RD	MTOWER	37
52 BEEDLE RD	MTOWER	37
(Winslow North) 833 Benton Street	LTOWER	37
MANCHESTER, GRANITE HILL (075061)	TOWER	34

Fire Stations in Augusta

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Augusta Fire Department	16 N Cony ST S	Career	207-626-2421
Chelsea Fire Department	560 Togus RD	Volunteer	207-582-4802
China Village Volunteer Fire Department	30 Causeway RD	Volunteer	000-000-0000
Sidney Fire Department	2986 Middle RD	Volunteer	207-547-3159
Windsor Volunteer Fire Department	671 S Belfast RD	Volunteer	207-445-2611

Power Plants Near Augusta

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BD SOLAR HANCOCK LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-68.4	T
BD SOLAR ELLSWORTH LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-68.4	T
AUGUSTA PV - BD SOLAR AUGUSTA LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-69.7	TS

Bridges in Augusta

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Truss (Deck)	Steel continuous	1949	2,098	20,252	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	119	17,211	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	139	15,720	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	1,108	14,820	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	141	13,970	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	426	13,867	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1934	36	13,526	P
Culvert	Concrete	2010	21	9,253	G
Arch (Deck)	Masonry	1854	38	8,861	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	98	7,978	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	101	6,699	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	135	6,490	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1939	265	5,527	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	178	4,867	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	166	4,867	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2024	71	4,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	304	2,652	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1936	85	1,533	F
Frame	Concrete	1972	25	1,438	F
Culvert	Concrete	1921	39	883	F
Culvert	Steel	2008	20	776	F
Slab	Concrete	1953	34	735	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	368	586	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	28	206	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	24	159	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1918	33	151	P
Culvert	Steel	1991	34	59	P

Correctional Facilities in Augusta

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
KENNEBEC COUNTY JAIL	115 STATE ST	COUNTY	151	150	OPEN
RIVERVIEW PSYCHIATRIC CENTER	250 ARSENAL STREET	STATE	77	92	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Augusta

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Augusta, ME	9 Industrial Drive	BUS

Airports Near Augusta

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Portland International Jetport	PWM	Large Airport
Augusta State Airport	AUG	Medium Airport
Brunswick Executive Airport	NHZ	Medium Airport
Knox County Regional Airport	RKD	Medium Airport
Abbots Airport	—	Small Airport
Auburn Lewiston Municipal Airport	LEW	Small Airport
Bald Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaver Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Beech Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Belfast Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob-Mar Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowman Field	—	Small Airport
Central Maine/Norridgewock Airport	OWK	Small Airport
Cliff Dow Airport	—	Small Airport
Cliffords Airport	—	Small Airport
Dexter Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Field	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airfield	—	Small Airport
Eric's Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Farr Field	—	Small Airport
Fox Field	—	Small Airport
Gadabout Gaddis Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenfield Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Hapworths Private Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Heartstone Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
HIghland View Field	—	Small Airport
Hilltop Airport	—	Small Airport
J & S Field	—	Small Airport
Lindbergh Airport	—	Small Airport
Maheu Airport	—	Small Airport
Margerison Airport	—	Small Airport
Merrymeeting Field	—	Small Airport
Newport Sky Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Oxford County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Payne Field	—	Small Airport
Pittsfield Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ridgeview Airport	—	Small Airport
Robinson Ridge Field	—	Small Airport
Rocky Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Ruby Airport	—	Small Airport
Scottow Bog Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Slip Knot Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Sunny Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Swans Field	—	Small Airport
Terra B & B Airport	—	Small Airport
Thompson Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Twitchell Airport	—	Small Airport
Wales Airport	—	Small Airport
Waterville Robert Lafleur Airport	WVL	Small Airport
Wiscasset Airport	ISS	Small Airport

Police Stations in Augusta

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Capitol Police Satillite Office	54 Independence Drive
Gardiner Police Department	6 Church Street
Hallowell Police Department	1 Winthrop Street
Oakland Police Department	7 Fairfield Street
Waterville Police Department	10 Colby Street
Winslow Police Department	114 Benton Avenue
Winthrop Police Department	15 Town Hall Lane

Grocery Stores in Augusta

27 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
32 General Store	Convenience Store	156 Windsor Rd
Alnaeem Market	Grocery Store	339 Water St
Augusta Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	1 Water St
Big Apple 1018	Convenience Store	36 Stone St
Big Apple 1119	Convenience Store	362 Riverside Dr
Circle K 4707014	Convenience Store	284 Civic Center Dr
Circle K 7106	Convenience Store	216 Eastern Ave
Country Corners Grocery Inc	Convenience Store	184 Main St
CVS Pharmacy 4158	Other	24 Stone St
Dollar General 17235	Other	296 Eastern Ave
Dollar General 25014	Other	737 Vigue Rd
DOLLARTREE 8130	Other	83 Hospital St
Farmers Market At Mill Park	Farmers and Markets	32 Northern Ave
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8250	Super Store	118 Cony St
Hussey's General Store	Grocery Store	510 Ridge Rd
Mainly Groceries	Grocery Store	92 Northern Ave
Maritime Farms South China 679	Convenience Store	190 Route 3
New Augusta Seafood Inc	Other	2002 N Belfast Ave
Nouria 132 Mount Vernon Avenue 1083	Convenience Store	132 Mount Vernon Ave
Rusty Lantern 1005	Convenience Store	5 Denali Way
RUSTY LANTERN MARKET 670	Convenience Store	670 Civic Center Dr
Safdar Inc/Augusta Mobil Mart	Convenience Store	101 Bangor St
Sam's Club 6462	Super Store	45 Marketplace Dr
Star Energy 1	Convenience Store	240 Riverside Dr
The Palm	Grocery Store	70 State St
Walgreens 19359	Other	2007 N Belfast Ave
Walmart SUPERCENTER 2046	Super Store	201 Civic Center Dr

Post Offices in Augusta

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Old Post Office	295 Water Street

Treatment Centers in Augusta

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Androscoggin Home Healthcare and - Hospice	Mental Health	800-366-5302
Anglez Behavioral Health	Both	844-294-5306 x300
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
Maine Childrens Home - Family Counseling Center	Mental Health	207-873-4253 x269
NFI North Inc - Sidney Riverbend	Both	207-547-4464

DOL Wage Violations in Augusta

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $275,653 in back wages owed to 373 employees.

Violations

$275,653

Back Wages Owed

373

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
F.W. Webb (Augusta ME #10)	SIGNIFICANT	—	04330	—	1	$191,950	$14,765	13
Employment Specialists of Maine	—	—	04330	—	1	$42,798	$264	162
Marketing Unlimited (Augusta)	—	—	04330	—	1	$11,429	$138	83
BILODEAU DRYWALL INC	—	—	04330	New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)	1	$7,858	$655	12
Preferred Installation Services	—	—	04330	—	1	$5,122	$366	14
State of Maine Division of Purchases	—	—	04333	—	1	$5,092	$1,018	5
Modern Pest Services Augusta	—	—	04330	—	1	$4,828	$210	23
Umbrella Mental Health Services	—	—	04330	—	1	$2,553	$69	37
Maine Dept. of Health + Human Services	—	—	04333	—	1	$1,650	$1,650	1
Captain Cote's Seafood	—	—	04330	—	1	$733	$183	4
Honeywell International	—	Honeywell International	04330	—	1	$542	$181	3
R.L. Trucking	—	—	04330	—	1	$396	$396	1
Sun Tan City New England	—	—	04330	—	6	$241	$30	8
Onvoi Global Services	—	—	04333	—	1	$219	$109	2
Riverfront Barbeque & Grille and The Gin Mill	—	—	04330	—	1	$160	$40	4
MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care	—	—	04330	—	1	$82	$82	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Augusta

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH	PO BOX 2543
APOSTOLIC HEART OF PRAISE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL CHURCH	160 RIVERSIDE DR
AUGUSTA FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	30 NAZARENE DR
CHINA REGIONAL CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	PO BOX 530
CHURCH TRIUMPHANT MINISTRIES	PO BOX 203
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN EPISOPAL CHURCH	209 EASTERN AVE
FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER	2590 N BELFAST AVE
HELPING HANDS MINISTRIES	5 SYLVAN WAY
ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF GREATER AUGUSTA	11 N PEARL ST
MAINE CONFERENCE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST	337 STATE ST SUITE 3
NATIONAL SPIRITUALIST ASSOCIATION OF CHURCHES	PO BOX 2492
NEW ENGLAND HARVEST CHURCH	PO BOX 706
NORTH WINDSOR BAPTIST	955 RIDGE RD
PENNEY MEMORIAL UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH	393 WATER ST
SAINT MICHAEL PARISH	24 WASHINGTON ST
ST MARKS CHURCH	209 EASTERN AVE
UNITED IN CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	101 FAIRVIEW AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Augusta

What is the population of Augusta?

Augusta has a population of 18,999 residents and is located in Maine. The population density is 345 people per square mile, spread across 55.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.

Is Augusta expensive to live in?

Augusta has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,756, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $188,900 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $887 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Augusta safe?

Augusta is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 263 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,151 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Augusta receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Augusta?

Augusta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Augusta?

Augusta has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,170. There are 4,431 business establishments in the area, including 314 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 14.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Augusta?

The median home value in Augusta is $188,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,101. For renters, the median monthly rent is $887. Fair market rent is $1,186 for a 1-bedroom and $1,497 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,195.

How are the schools in Augusta?

Schools in Augusta score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.0% of adults in Augusta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Augusta?

The obesity rate in Augusta is 34.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 25.9% are physically inactive. 30.1% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:902.

What is transportation like in Augusta?

The average commute in Augusta is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Augusta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Augusta is 90.8% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.8% speak Spanish. 10.3% of the population are military veterans. 18.6% of residents have a disability. 93.7% have health insurance coverage.

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