Bingham, ME

Maine

Bingham is a small town in Maine with a population of 613. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
613 Population 271/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $27,962 per capita
$108,900 Home Value
$367 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $367/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $367
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population613
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$27,962
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$2,439M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$367
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation431 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute38 min
Libraries13

Is Bingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bingham receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Bingham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bingham is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bingham is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $367 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bingham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bingham has a population of 613 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

613
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Bingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bingham is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Bingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,962
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$56,434

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,574
County GDP$2,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare124
Retail193
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bingham is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $367 (68% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$367
68% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Bingham, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death10,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access39.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Bingham has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation431 ft (131 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates45.0581°N, 69.8731°W
County FIPS23025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.64
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants115
Retail Stores193

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

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