Grand Isle, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Aroostook County County
Grand Isle, ME
At a Glance
How Grand Isle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Isle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Isle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Isle residents earn a median household income of $36,000 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,382. The unemployment rate stands at 17.6% (389% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% 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 Grand Isle is $75,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,334. Median rent is $510/month, with 30.2% 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 1955.
Education
13.4% of adults in Grand Isle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Isle has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.