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Damariscotta, ME
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Damariscotta, ME
At a Glance
How Damariscotta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Damariscotta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Damariscotta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Damariscotta residents earn a median household income of $63,696 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,484. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,289 business establishments, including 171 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Damariscotta is $387,200 , 37% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $456,343. Median rent is $1,016/month, with 36.6% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Damariscotta reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,139/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
43.8% of adults in Damariscotta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Damariscotta has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.