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Belfast, ME

Maine · Waldo County

Belfast is a small city in Maine with a population of 6,985. Residents earn $61,322 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,985 Population 205/sq mi density
$61,322 Median Income $45,129 per capita
$307,700 Home Value $371,497 Zillow
$986 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 234 sunny days/yr
45 Violent Crime/100K 565 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,322 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$307,700 home value, $986/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,322
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $307,700
9% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.2%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,985
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,322
Per Capita$45,129
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$307,700
Rent$986
Ownership67.3%
Zillow$371,497
Housing Units4,095
Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property565/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault45/100K
Burglary119/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking14.6%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.2%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+22.3%
School Score5.35

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.1%
EV Stations6
Libraries12

Is Belfast a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belfast receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Belfast offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belfast is $61,322, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belfast is $307,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Belfast is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 565 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Belfast experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches, including 68.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Belfast has a population of 6,985 with a density of 205 people per square mile, spread across 38.4 square miles. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.3% female and 44.7% male. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 1.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 3.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,985
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
38.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Belfast vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belfast vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belfast is $61,322, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,129 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,051, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,459 business establishments, including 92 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Belfast vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,322
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,129
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,799
Gini Index0.430 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,459
County GDP$1,998M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare112
Retail154
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Belfast is $307,700, 9% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $371,497, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% 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. 67.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,095 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $5,582 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$307,700
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$371,497

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

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

Homeownership67.3%
Owner-Occupied67.3%
Renter-Occupied32.7%
Housing Units4,095
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Belfast, 33.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 14.6% are current smokers. 17.3% report binge drinking. 20.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 30.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,247. The dentist ratio is 1:2,874. 45.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma13.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,247
Dentists1:2,874
Mental Health1:308
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death9,085/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities112
Belfast has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 44.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 565 per 100,000, 71% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 402, burglary at 119, vehicle theft at 45 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Belfast receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent44.6/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault44.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property565.5/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary119.1/100K
Theft401.8/100K
Vehicle Theft44.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents11
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Belfast experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 68.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area38.4 sq mi (99.4 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates44.4259°N, 69.0264°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWaldo County County
Nearest AirportKnox County Regional (RKD)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.2"
48% above US avg
Snowfall 68.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.27"

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score40.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.0 / 100
Community Resilience82.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 26, 2025.

Feb 26, 1999 0 km NW of China, Maine M3.8 40 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 117 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 113 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 117 km
Jan 3, 2000 4 km W of Leeds, Maine M3.5 92 km
Oct 25, 2001 4 km S of Howland, Maine M3.3 91 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 117 km
Jan 14, 2023 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine M3.3 44 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 117 km
Sep 7, 2000 7 km WSW of Liberty, Maine M3.2 29 km
Sep 5, 1994 13 km NNE of Monhegan, Maine M3.1 65 km
Dec 25, 1999 4 km NE of Saint Albans, Maine M3.0 63 km
Mar 30, 2010 7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine M3.0 35 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 114 km
Nov 20, 1994 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine M3.0 127 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 115 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 115 km
Feb 12, 1995 1 km NNE of Turner, Maine M2.8 99 km
Jul 28, 2024 6 km W of Gardiner, Maine M2.8 70 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 115 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 1 236 km
1991 Bob Category 1 235 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

43 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 8 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 9, 2000 EF2 68 km 0
Jul 8, 1996 EF2 77 km 0
Nov 7, 1971 EF2 69 km 0
Jul 31, 1971 EF2 98 km 0
Jul 31, 1971 EF2 76 km 0
Jul 31, 1971 EF2 91 km 0
Aug 20, 1962 EF2 81 km 0
Sep 4, 1961 EF2 68 km 0
Aug 16, 1959 EF2 77 km 0
Jul 15, 2014 EF1 62 km 0
Jun 1, 2011 EF1 96 km 0
Nov 24, 2005 EF1 93 km 0
Jun 21, 1997 EF1 68 km 0
Jun 28, 1991 EF1 61 km 0
Jun 18, 1989 EF1 88 km 0
Jul 14, 1988 EF1 99 km 0
Aug 14, 1977 EF1 32 km 0
Jun 12, 1973 EF1 100 km 0
Aug 11, 1971 EF1 99 km 0
Oct 3, 1970 EF1 51 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 - 88 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 3.3 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 3.9 in
April 42°F (6°C) 4.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (9°C) 4.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 26°F (-4°C) 4.7 in

Belfast has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (3.3").

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Belfast is located in Waldo County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 48.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 22.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 50.4% of the vote, a 3.4-point margin. 91.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 112 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents11
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.2%
43% above US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+22.3%
School Test Score5.35
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area38.4 sq mi
CountyWaldo County County

Services

Broadband Access91.1%
Avg Download Speed79.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants92
Retail Stores154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home12.3%
Average costs for common services in Belfast. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$974
Toddler$945
Preschool$837
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$678
Toddler$642
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Waldo County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,681 150 $37,692 1.49
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,622 126 $61,809 1.00
Manufacturing 1,081 54 $56,492 1.17
Management of Companies 921 70 $82,927 4.85
Accommodation & Food Services 836 91 $28,315 0.82
Finance & Insurance 556 35 $87,145 1.22
Other Services 467 116 $43,757 1.38
Professional & Technical Services 376 203 $86,585 0.48
Administrative & Waste Services 368 84 $45,506 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 238 41 $61,055 0.50
Educational Services 171 21 $47,606 0.73
Arts & Entertainment 150 28 $34,269 0.79
Real Estate 85 49 $38,762 0.49

Hospitals in Belfast

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MAINEHEALTH WALDO HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals 2/5 Yes (207) 338-2500

Schools in Belfast

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Belfast Area High School High 496 39 12.7:1
Troy A Howard Middle School Middle 340 32 10.6:1
Captain Albert W. Stevens School Elementary 258 26 9.9:1
Ames Elementary School Elementary 126 9 14.0:1
Morse Memorial School Elementary 103 11 9.4:1
East Belfast School Elementary 97 8 12.1:1
Edna Drinkwater School Elementary 84 12 7.0:1
Gladys Weymouth Elem School Elementary 74 7 10.6:1
Walker Memorial School Elementary 67 6 11.2:1
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Radio Stations near Belfast

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JEMP RADIO - MP3 192 kbps
Belfast Community Radio eclectic AAC+ 32 kbps
100.3 WKIT rock AAC+ 64 kbps
WKIT 100.3 FM rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Belfast

1 campgrounds found near Belfast.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND 4.9/5 5 $20

National Parks Near Belfast

59 national parks and monuments found near Belfast.

ParkTypeFee
Acadia National Park National Park $6
Appalachian Trail Corridor 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
Branch Lake 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
Damariscotta Lake State Park State Park Free
Duck Trap State Park Free
Echo Lake Boat Access State Park Free
Elliotsville Parcel AT 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
Lake George State Park Free
Lake St George State Park State Park Free
Lamoine Beach State Park Free
Lamoine State Park State Park Free
Long Pond State Park Free
Lower Lead Mtn Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Maranacook Lake Boating Access 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
Moxie Falls 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
Reid State Park State Park Free
Sebec River - Milo State Park Free
Snow Pond State Park Free
Spectacle Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Swan Lake State Park Free
Swan Lake State Park State Park Free
Sysladobsis Lake Boating Access State Park Free
Taylor Pond Boat Access State Park Free
Three Mile Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Upper Lead Mt Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Warren Island State Park State Park Free
Whaleback Shell Midden State Park Free
Woodbury Pond State Park Free
Woodbury Pond Boating Access State Park Free

Museums in Belfast

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTER FOR MAINE CONTEMPORARY ARTART MUSEUM8159642424$1,749,587
PENOBSCOT MARINE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5 CHURCH ST2075482529$1,186,999
PENOBSCOT NATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2078274153$1,186,999
WILSON MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM120 PERKINS ST2073269247$662,847
CASTINE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION17 SCHOOL ST2073264118$325,661
BELFAST MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM2073389229$150,554
BROOKS PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2077223899$123,512
ISLESBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION388 MAIN ROAD2077346733$36,143
APPLETON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9207359370
BAYSIDE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BROOKS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION79 MOOSEHEAD TRAIL2077223633
CAMDEN-ROCKPORT HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION223 UNION STREET #7472072362257
CAMDEN-ROCKPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2072362257
CITY POINT CENTRAL RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GOOD LIFE CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION372 HARBORSIDE ROAD2073268211
GREENE PLANTATION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOPE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION441 CAMDEN ROAD2077634199
KNOX HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LINCOLNVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2077895445
MATTHEWS MUSEUM OF MAINE HERITAGEGENERAL MUSEUMFAIRGROUNDS LANE2075422379
MID COAST SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
MONTVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW ENGLAND STEAM CORPHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION61 WATERBURY ROAD2037585503
SEARSMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SEARSPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4 SEARS ISLAND ROAD2075482474
STOCKTON SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION343 COMMON ROAD P O BOX 1542077855444
WINTERPORT HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM183 MAIN STREET2072233996
WINTERPORT UNION MEETING HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION177 MAIN STREET2072234091

Libraries in Belfast

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CAMDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY55 MAIN STREET0.0225,927
BELFAST FREE LIBRARY106 HIGH STREET0.0169,007
ROCKPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY1 LIMEROCK STREET0.029,408
WITHERLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY41 SCHOOL STREET0.020,635
CARVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY12 UNION STREET0.011,776
ALICE L. PENDLETON LIBRARY309 MAIN ROAD0.09,556
VOSE LIBRARY392 COMMON ROAD0.09,388
BUCK MEMORIAL LIBRARY47 MAIN STREET0.08,550
SEARSMONT TOWN LIBRARY37 MAIN ST. SOUTH0.04,637
WINTERPORT MEMORIAL LIBRARY229 MAIN STREET0.04,189
STOCKTON SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY6 STATION STREET0.03,700
LINCOLNVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY208 MAIN STREET0.02,804
MILDRED STEVENS WILLIAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY2916 SENNEBEC ROAD0.02,182
WALDO PEIRCE READING ROOM11A MAIN ROAD SOUTH0.01,139
HOPE LIBRARY443 CAMDEN ROAD0.0786
MONROE COMMUNITY LIBRARY8 SWAN LAKE AVENUE0.0786

Farmers Markets in Belfast

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Acadia Farmers' Market in Town Hill
Belfast Farmers' Market256 High St.05/02/2014 to 10/31/2014Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Bucksport Bay Farmers' Market99 Main Street05/16/2019 to 10/24/2019Thu: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM;Yes
Castine Farmers' Market1 School St.Visit
Islesboro Central School Farmer's Market300 Main RoadJuly to AugustYes
Lincolnville Farmers' Market2531 U.S. Route 1Visit
Reny's Farmers' MarketReny's Plaza parking lot at the junction of Routes 1 and 3.
Swanville Farmers' MarketRt. 141/Swan Lake Ave.
Union Farmers Market280 Common Road05/11/2018 to 09/28/2018Fri: 3:00 pm-6:00 pm;YesVisit
United Farmers Market of Maine18 Spring Street01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Belfast

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alden House Inn
Colonial Gables Oceanfront Village
Gull Motel
Northport Inn

Restaurants in Belfast

19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alexia's Pizza
Bay Wrap
Bell the Cat
Chase's Daily
Darby's
Delvino's Grill & Pasta House
Dockside Family Restaurant
Fon's Kitchen
Harborwalk Restaurant and Front Street Pub
Laan-Xang Cafe
Meanwhile in Belfast
Nautilus
Rice&Noodle Thai Restaurant
Satori Belfast
Seng Thai
Super Scoop
The Hoot
Traci's Diner
Young's Seafood

Cafes in Belfast

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belfast Co-op and Cafe
Bell the Cat

Cinemas in Belfast

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Colonial Theater

Theatres in Belfast

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belfast Maskers

Clinics in Belfast

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belfast Family Planning

Dentists in Belfast

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belfast Dental Care

Train Stations in Belfast

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Point Station

Gas Stations in Belfast

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving
Maritime Energy
Shell

Banks in Belfast

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bangor Savings Bank
Bangor Savings Bank
Camden National Bank
Camden National Bank
First National Bank
KeyBank
KSW Federal Credit Union
Stag Industrial (Bank of America)
Stag IV Building (Bank of America) Stag Industrial (Bank of America)

Golf Courses in Belfast

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northport Golf Club

Breweries in Belfast

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Belfast Bay Brewing CoBelfast Me, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Belfast Brewers, Belfast, ME, Brewers14 Cliff Ln2073384216
Marshall Wharf Brewing CompanyBrewery2 Pinchy Ln2073381707
Rollie's Bar & GrillBrewery, Bar, Burger Joint, Bar, Burger Joint, and Brewery37 Main St2073384502, (207) 338-4502Visit

Nursing Homes in Belfast

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
THE COMMONS AT TALL PINES
34 MARTIN LANE
For profit - Corporation 53 48 4/5 - 3/5 4/5 2073384117
HARBOR HILL CENTER
2 FOOTBRIDGE RD
For profit - Corporation 40 36 3/5 - 5/5 4/5 2073385307

Pharmacies in Belfast

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HANNAFORD BROS CO 93 LINCOLNVILLE AVE 207-338-1918
RITE AID - 4149 254 MAIN STREET 207-338-4411
WALDO COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL 118 NORTHPORT AVE 207-338-2500
WALTZ PHARMACY, INC 1 BELMONT AVE 207-338-1722

Daycare Centers in Belfast

14 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
BELFAST AREA CHILD CARE SERVICE DBA STARRETT CHILDRENS CENTER
73 WALDO AVENUE
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-1751 OPEN
BELFAST AREA CHILDRENS CTR
1025 WATERVILLE RD
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 342-5535 OPEN
BLOOM
388 HIGH STREET
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 522-4211 OPEN
CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL
256 CONGRESS STREET
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-5800 OPEN
DISCOVERING KIDS PRESCHOOL
23 MILL LANE
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 529-2227 OPEN
JILL - Y - BEANS
78 WALDO AVENUE
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 505-5072 OPEN
KIDS UNPLUGGED
17 AIRPORT ROAD
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 322-7018 OPEN
PIGGLY WIGGLY TOO
51 BICKNELL ROAD
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 249-8587 OPEN
WALDO COUNTY YMCA - BELFAST
157 LINCOLNVILLE AVENUE
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-4598 OPEN
WCAP - BELFAST
275 HIGH STREET
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-3827 OPEN
WCAP - CAPTAIN ALBERT STEVENSON SCHOOL
31 ELEMENTARY AVENUE
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 388-3827 OPEN
WCAP - EAST BELFAST HEAD START / PRE - K
14 SWAN LAKE AVENUE
HEAD START, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-3827 OPEN
WCAP - MORSE MEMORIAL SCHOOL HEAD START / PREK
27 SCHOOL STREET
HEAD START, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-3827 OPEN
WCAP - WEYMOUTH PRE - K
2 SOUTH MAIN STREET
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 338-3827 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Belfast

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
REVISION ENERGY BELFAST CPE #159 Lincolnville AveChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
REVISION ENERGY BELFAST CPE #279 Lincolnville AveChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
CITY OF BELFAST BEAVER ST LOT9 Beaver StChargePoint Network2J1772public
CITY OF BELFAST BRIDGE ST LOT 12 Bridge StChargePoint Network2J1772public
CITY OF BELFAST BRIDGE ST LOT 22 Bridge StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Belfast

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
EASTERN ROADTOWER79

Fire Stations in Belfast

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Belfast Fire Department131 Church STMostly volunteer207-338-3362
Belmont Fire and Rescue9 Morrill RDVolunteer207-342-4100
Liberty Volunteer Fire Department187 W Main STVolunteer207-589-4327
Morrill Volunteer Fire Department52 Weymouth RDVolunteer207-342-5910
Northport Volunteer Fire Department16 Beech Hill RDVolunteer207-338-6200
Searsmont Volunteer Fire Department3 N Main STVolunteer207-342-5325
Waldo Volunteer Fire Department946 Waldo Station RDVolunteer207-322-9362

Power Plants Near Belfast

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
ROBBINS LUMBERPETROLEUM LIQUIDS; WOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221112-69.2OP
GEORGES RIVER ENERGYWOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221117-69.2OP

Bridges in Belfast

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19631,63118,553F
CulvertConcrete20213012,663G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19731057,983F
Tee BeamConcrete1944507,764P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19631585,516F
SlabConcrete1953324,806P
Tee BeamConcrete1930294,801F
Tee BeamConcrete1932504,612F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19631844,496F
CulvertSteel1991213,655F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1955723,173F
CulvertConcrete2010322,977G
SlabConcrete1941292,837F
Tee BeamConcrete1928432,774F
CulvertConcrete2020251,565G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19691091,471F
SlabConcrete1954261,122F
CulvertConcrete2010481,009G
Tee BeamConcrete195544988F
SlabConcrete192824956F
CulvertSteel199123788F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197962767G
Tee BeamConcrete192927704F
Tee BeamConcrete193029683F
Tee BeamConcrete194839583F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193550420P
CulvertSteel195526402G
CulvertSteel197621333F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron199821332F
SlabConcrete194124276P
Tee BeamConcrete194133210F
CulvertConcrete201630185G
SlabConcrete192637152F
CulvertSteel199630117F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19757663F
CulvertSteel19862439F

Correctional Facilities in Belfast

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
WALDO COUNTY HOLDING FACILITY45B CONGRESS STREETCOUNTY332OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Belfast

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Belfast, ME22 Belmont AvenueBUS
Camden-Rockport, ME20 Commercial StreetBUS
Lincolnville, ME2512 Atlantic HighwayBUS
Searsport, ME161 East Main StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Belfast

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MARITIMES & NORTHEAST PIPELINE COMPRESSOR STATIONNEW ENGLAND RDWALDO
VERSO PAPER BUCKSPORT MILL2 RIVER ROADHANCOCK
VERSO PAPER BUCKSPORT MILL2 RIVER ROADHANCOCK
VERSO PAPER BUCKSPORT MILL2 RIVER ROADHANCOCK

Airports Near Belfast

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bangor International AirportBGRMedium Airport
Hancock County-Bar Harbor AirportBHBMedium Airport
Knox County Regional AirportRKDMedium Airport
Bald Mountain Airport-Small Airport
Banks Airport-Small Airport
Belfast Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Blue Hill Airport-Small Airport
Bob-Mar Airport-Small Airport
Brewer Airport-Small Airport
Dewitt Field - Old Town Municipal AirportOLDSmall Airport
Dexter Regional Airport-Small Airport
Fox Field-Small Airport
French Field-Small Airport
Greenfield Hill Airport-Small Airport
Griffin Field-Small Airport
Hapworths Private Landing Area Airport-Small Airport
Heartstone Farm Airport-Small Airport
HIghland View Field-Small Airport
Islesboro Airport-Small Airport
J & S Field-Small Airport
Lucky Landing Airport-Small Airport
Matinicus Island Airport-Small Airport
Miller's Field-Small Airport
Newport Sky Park Airport-Small Airport
Payne Field-Small Airport
Peasley Field-Small Airport
Philbrick Mountain Airport-Small Airport
Pine Lane Landing Strip-Small Airport
Pittsfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Ragged Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Ridgeview Airport-Small Airport
Robinson Ridge Field-Small Airport
Ruby Airport-Small Airport
Ruby Field-Small Airport
Stonington Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Terra B & B Airport-Small Airport
Thompson Memorial Field-Small Airport
Vinalhaven Airport-Small Airport
Waterville Robert Lafleur AirportWVLSmall Airport
Wiscasset AirportISSSmall Airport
Witherspoons Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Belfast

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bucksport Police Department89 Franklin Street
Lincolnville Police Department493 Hope Road
Rockport Police Department85 Main Street
Searsport Police Department3 Union Street

Grocery Stores in Belfast

30 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bahner Farm NAFMNPFarmers and Markets153 Augusta Rd
BELFAST COOP STORE INCOther123 High St
Belfast Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets256 High St
Belfast VarietyConvenience Store326 High St
BELFAST VARIETY - RT 52Convenience Store6 Back Belmont Rd
Big Apple 1037Convenience Store38 Searsport Ave
Calyx Farm NAFMNPFarmers and Markets133 N Main St
Circle K 4707011Convenience Store209 Northport Ave
Circle K 7104Convenience Store22 Belmont Ave
Dollar General 22726Other256 Main St
Dollar General Store 17356Other12 Morrill Rd
Family Dollar 7827Other138 Main St
Fraternity Village General StoreGrocery Store12 Main St N
Goose River Farm Meat StoreSpecialty Store29 Belmont Ave
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8241Super Store93 Lincolnville Ave
J P WENTWORTH GENERAL STORESupermarket20 Veterans Hwy
Jacks Grocery noConvenience Store15 High St
Maritime Farms #17 671Convenience Store380 Augusta Rd
Marsh River CooperativeGrocery Store5 Veterans Hwy
Morrill GeneralGrocery Store5 N Main St
Ocean State Job Lot 471Other95 Lincolnville Ave
Old Mcdonald's GreensFarmers and Markets18 Spring St
Out-ah The BoxConvenience Store79 Waterville Rd
Second Frost FarmFarmers and Markets554 Dickey Hill Rd
Seek-no-further FarmsteadFarmers and Markets522 W Main St
United Farmers Market Of Maine NAFMNPFarmers and Markets18 Spring St
Walgreens 13615Other268 Main St
Wentworth Family Grocery - NorthportOther655 Atlantic Hwy
Wentworth Family Qwik StopConvenience Store142 Waldo Ave
Whitaker Farm Llc NAFMNPFarmers and Markets39 Whitaker Rd

Post Offices in Belfast

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office1 Franklin Street
United States Postal Service - Morrill, Maine63 North Main Street

Treatment Centers in Belfast

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Maine Behavioral HealthcareMental Health207-218-7201
Volunteers of America Northern New Eng - Sea HavenMental Health207-373-1140

DOL Wage Violations in Belfast

9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $26,043 in back wages owed to 89 employees.

9
Violations
$26,043
Back Wages Owed
89
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
Young's Lobster Pound - - 04915 - 2 $11,301 $665 17
Don Foshay's Discount Tire & Alignment - - 04915 - 1 $6,611 $213 31
Alva Philbrook - - 04915 - 1 $3,191 $177 18
Rollie's Bar & Grill - - 04915 - 1 $2,956 $246 12
Comfort Inn Ocean's Edge - Choice Hotels 04915 - 1 $1,553 $777 2
La Vida Mexican & Caribbean Restaurant - - 04915 - 1 $148 $74 2
Delvino's Grill & Pasta House - - 04915 - 1 $132 $44 3
Three Tides - - 04915 - 1 $92 $46 2
Front Street Pub - - 04915 - 1 $59 $30 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Belfast

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABUNDANT GRACE MINISTRIESPO BOX 541
BELFAST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE95 SWAN LAKE AVE
BELFAST FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH95 HIGH ST
BELFAST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH23 MILL LN
CHRIST THE KING CHURCHPO BOX 56
CHURCH OF THE HOLY LIGHT INC173 CEDAR ST
GOSPEL ALLIANCE OF MAINE INC47 MAIN ST
LITTLE RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH259 NORTHPORT AVE
OVERCOMERS CHRISTIANS FELLOWSHIP290 SWAN LAKE AVE
ST MARGARETS CHURCH95 COURT ST
VESPER HILL FOUNDATION116 UNION ST
WOMEN OF MATRIARCHAL BELIEFS ON SACRED LAND INCPO BOX 293

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Historic Markers
30
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
8
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
5
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Haunted Places
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Belfast

What is the population of Belfast?

Belfast has a population of 6,985 residents and is located in Maine. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 38.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.3% female and 44.7% male.

Is Belfast expensive to live in?

Belfast 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 $61,322, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $307,700 (9% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Belfast safe?

Belfast is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 565 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Belfast receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Belfast?

Belfast has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches, with 68.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Belfast?

The job market in Belfast is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,051. There are 1,459 business establishments in the area, including 92 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 12.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Belfast?

The median home value in Belfast is $307,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $371,497. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. Fair market rent is $1,186 for a 1-bedroom and $1,497 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.3%. The average annual property tax is $5,582.

How are the schools in Belfast?

Schools in Belfast score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.2% of adults in Belfast hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 22.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Belfast?

The obesity rate in Belfast is 33.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.6% of adults are smokers. 20.4% are physically inactive. 30.4% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance. 45.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,247.

What is transportation like in Belfast?

The average commute in Belfast is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Belfast?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Belfast is 87.8% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

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