Bradley, ME

Maine

Bradley is a small town in Maine with a population of 872. Residents earn $61,625 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
872 Population 430/sq mi density
$61,625 Median Income $30,022 per capita
$162,900 Home Value $260,964 Zillow
$1,052 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,625 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,900 home value, $1,052/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,625
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population872
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,625
Per Capita$30,022
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$3,681M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,900
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,964

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Elevation74 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute23 min
Libraries22

Is Bradley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bradley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradley is $61,625, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradley is $162,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bradley has a population of 872 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

872
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradley is $61,625, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bradley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,625
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,022
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$72,602

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,980
County GDP$3,681M

Business (County)

Restaurants352
Healthcare168
Retail342
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,825
95% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradley is $162,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,964.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,964

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,052
10% 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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,825
95% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Bradley, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma13.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression30.9%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death7,940/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Bradley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation74 ft (23 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates44.9118°N, 68.6215°W
County FIPS23009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 11.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.9%
D 54.7%

Winner: Democrat by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants352
Retail Stores342

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home11.9%

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