Eastport, ME

Maine

Eastport is a small town in Maine with a population of 1,230. Residents earn $46,205 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,230 Population 338/sq mi density
$46,205 Median Income $35,597 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $230,123 Zillow
$538 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
234 Violent Crime/100K 701 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,205 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $538/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
234 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,205
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 234/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $538
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,230
Median Age62.9 yrs
Density338/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,205
Per Capita$35,597
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,474M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$538
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,123

Crime

F
Violent234/100K
Property701/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault156/100K
Burglary389/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation47 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries18

Is Eastport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Eastport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastport is $46,205, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastport is $148,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Eastport is below the national average at 234 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 701 per 100,000, 64% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eastport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 61.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Eastport has a population of 1,230 with a density of 338 people per square mile. The median age is 62.9 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,230
Total Population
338
People / sq mi
62.9yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastport is $46,205, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Eastport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,205
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,597
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$50,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,194
County GDP$1,474M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare107
Retail132
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,373
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastport is $148,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $538 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,123.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,123

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$538
54% 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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,373
54% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Eastport, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma13.4%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death13,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities107
Eastport has a violent crime rate of 234 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 701 per 100,000 (64% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent233.6/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape77.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault155.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property700.9/100K
64% below US avg
Burglary389.4/100K
Theft233.6/100K
Vehicle Theft77.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eastport has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall61.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation47 ft (14 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density338/sq mi
Coordinates44.9109°N, 67.0092°W
County FIPS23029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.64
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density338/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants76
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Work from Home20.0%

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