Median Income
$84,485
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$2,314
99% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Bangor Base Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,931
Median Age22.6 yrs
Density534/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Economy
A+
Median Income$84,485
Per Capita$31,265
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute16 min
Housing
B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,314
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation368 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute16 min
Libraries9
Is Bangor Base a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bangor Base receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bangor Base offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bangor Base is $84,485, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $2,314 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.
Education
24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bangor Base experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Bangor Base has a population of 5,931 with a density of 534 people per square mile. The median age is 22.6 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 5.7% Hispanic, 9.7% Black.
Population
22.6yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bangor Base vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.0% |
| 18% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bangor Base vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bangor Base is $84,485, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income: Bangor Base vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,485 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,265 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
Monthly rent averages $2,314 (99% above US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $2,314 |
| 99% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
In Bangor Base, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bangor Base vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.5% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
Crime Rates: Bangor Base vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Bangor Base has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.9 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 368 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 534/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7223°N, 122.7141°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |