Eagle Lake, ME

Maine

Eagle Lake is a small town in Maine with a population of 378. Residents earn $36,806 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
378 Population 95/sq mi density
$36,806 Median Income $25,559 per capita
$102,800 Home Value $173,159 Zillow
$613 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,806 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,800 home value, $613/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,806
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population378
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,806
Per Capita$25,559
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,670M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,800
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,159

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation601 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+74.1%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Libraries15

Is Eagle Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eagle Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $36,806, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle Lake is $102,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 99.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Eagle Lake has a population of 378 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

378
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.3%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.7%
92% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $36,806, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Eagle Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,806
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,559
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$56,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,396
County GDP$3,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare228
Retail314
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle Lake is $102,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,159.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,159

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% 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-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Eagle Lake, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma13.2%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death10,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities228

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Eagle Lake has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall99.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation601 ft (183 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates47.0344°N, 68.5890°W
County FIPS23003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 26.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+74.1%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants145
Retail Stores314

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home27.4%

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