Brewer, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Hancock County County
Brewer, ME
At a Glance
How Brewer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brewer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brewer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brewer residents earn a median household income of $51,490 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,715. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.1% 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 Brewer is $218,100 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $306,030. Median rent is $984/month, with 32.0% 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
Brewer reports 42 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,826/100K.
Education
30.5% of adults in Brewer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brewer has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.