Blaine, ME

Maine

Blaine is a small town in Maine with a population of 225.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
225 Population 82/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,564 per capita
$86,600 Home Value
$673 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $86,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $673
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,564
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,670M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$86,600
Rent$673
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation528 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Libraries15

Is Blaine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blaine receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Blaine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blaine is $86,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Blaine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 94.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Blaine has a population of 225 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

225
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Blaine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blaine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blaine is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Blaine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,564
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$56,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,396
County GDP$3,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare228
Retail314
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blaine is $86,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,600
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$673
42% 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-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Blaine, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death10,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities228

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Blaine has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall94.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates46.4990°N, 67.8688°W
County FIPS23003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 26.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.64
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants145
Retail Stores314

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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