Fryeburg, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Oxford County County
Fryeburg, ME
At a Glance
How Fryeburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fryeburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fryeburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fryeburg residents earn a median household income of $61,944 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,906. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,839 business establishments, including 151 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fryeburg is $268,100 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $357,240. Median rent is $869/month, with 35.8% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Fryeburg reports 56 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,142/100K.
Education
19.3% of adults in Fryeburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fryeburg has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.