Corinna, ME

Maine

Corinna is a small town in Maine with a population of 636. Residents earn $48,393 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
636 Population 299/sq mi density
$48,393 Median Income $22,831 per capita
$121,400 Home Value $169,120 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,393 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,400 home value, $1,094/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,393
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population636
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,393
Per Capita$22,831
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,400
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,120

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation286 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute27 min
Libraries12

Is Corinna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corinna receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Corinna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corinna is $48,393, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corinna is $121,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Corinna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 71.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Corinna has a population of 636 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

636
Total Population
299
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Corinna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Corinna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corinna is $48,393, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Corinna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,393
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,831
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,459
County GDP$1,998M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare112
Retail154
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Corinna is $121,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,120.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,120

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% 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-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%
In Corinna, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma14.2%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death9,085/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Corinna has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall71.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation286 ft (87 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates44.9227°N, 69.2659°W
County FIPS23027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.64
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density299/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants92
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home10.5%

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