Ellsworth, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Hancock County County
Ellsworth, ME
At a Glance
How Ellsworth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ellsworth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ellsworth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ellsworth residents earn a median household income of $70,990 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,073. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,980 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ellsworth is $214,500 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $360,410. Median rent is $955/month, with 31.9% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Ellsworth reports 193 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,360/100K.
Education
41.1% of adults in Ellsworth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above the national average). 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ellsworth has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.