Brownville Junction, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Piscataquis County County
Brownville Junction, ME
At a Glance
How Brownville Junction Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brownville Junction's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brownville Junction a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brownville Junction residents earn a median household income of $41,250 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,981. The unemployment rate stands at 12.7% (253% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 606 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brownville Junction is $81,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $111,513. Median rent is $919/month, with 27.4% 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 1938.
Education
12.1% of adults in Brownville Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brownville Junction has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches.