Brunswick, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Sagadahoc County County
Brunswick, ME
At a Glance
How Brunswick Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brunswick's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brunswick a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brunswick residents earn a median household income of $68,190 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,145. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,340 business establishments, including 87 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brunswick is $333,500 , 18% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $496,790. Median rent is $1,300/month, with 33.9% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Brunswick reports 75 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,191/100K.
Education
49.6% of adults in Brunswick hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brunswick has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.