Bar Harbor, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Hancock County County
Bar Harbor, ME
At a Glance
How Bar Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bar Harbor's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bar Harbor a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bar Harbor residents earn a median household income of $72,750 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,527. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,980 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bar Harbor is $479,600 , 70% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $663,022. Median rent is $1,084/month, with 27.3% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Bar Harbor reports 27 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 93% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 478/100K.
Education
51.5% of adults in Bar Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above the national average). 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bar Harbor has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.