Farmington, ME

Maine

Farmington is a small town in Maine with a population of 4,879. Residents earn $39,646 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,879 Population 1,208/sq mi density
$39,646 Median Income $23,555 per capita
$161,800 Home Value $262,488 Zillow
$838 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
132 Violent Crime/100K 2,028 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$39,646 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$161,800 home value, $838/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
132 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,646
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,800
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 132/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,879
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,208/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,646
Per Capita$23,555
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$1,509M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$161,800
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$262,488

Crime

F
Violent132/100K
Property2,028/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault13/100K
Burglary171/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation376 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute19 min
EV Stations6
Libraries12

Is Farmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmington receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Farmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmington is $39,646, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmington is $161,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Farmington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,028 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 93.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Farmington has a population of 4,879 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

4,879
Total Population
1,208
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmington is $39,646, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Farmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,646
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,555
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$62,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,152
County GDP$1,509M

Business (County)

Restaurants105
Healthcare97
Retail172
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,140
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmington is $161,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,488.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$262,488

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% 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-Occupied37.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,140
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Farmington, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma13.8%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death9,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access34.6%
Healthcare Facilities97
Farmington has a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,028 per 100,000 (3% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent131.7/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape118.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault13.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,027.7/100K
3% above US avg
Burglary171.2/100K
Theft1,843.3/100K
Vehicle Theft13.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Farmington has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall93.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation376 ft (115 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Coordinates44.6684°N, 70.1440°W
County FIPS23007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 8.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.64
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants105
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home18.3%

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