Fort Kent, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Aroostook County County
Fort Kent, ME
At a Glance
How Fort Kent Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Kent's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Kent a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Kent residents earn a median household income of $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,801. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,396 business establishments, including 145 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Kent is $137,000 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,044. Median rent is $820/month, with 35.1% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Fort Kent reports 23 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 374/100K.
Education
33.5% of adults in Fort Kent hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Kent 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 totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.