Augusta, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Augusta, ME
At a Glance
How Augusta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Augusta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Augusta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Augusta residents earn a median household income of $48,756 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,778. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Augusta is $188,900 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $282,091. Median rent is $887/month, with 28.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Augusta reports 261 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,122/100K.
Education
28.0% of adults in Augusta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Augusta has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.