Greenville, ME

Maine

Greenville is a small town in Maine with a population of 883. Residents earn $52,991 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
883 Population 215/sq mi density
$52,991 Median Income $39,193 per capita
$192,600 Home Value $310,242 Zillow
$660 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
187 Violent Crime/100K 1,679 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,991 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$192,600 home value, $660/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
187 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,991
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,600
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 187/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population883
Median Age60.1 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,991
Per Capita$39,193
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,439M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,600
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$310,242

Crime

F
Violent187/100K
Property1,679/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault187/100K
Burglary249/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation1,194 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute24 min
EV Stations5
Libraries13

Is Greenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Greenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenville is $52,991, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenville is $192,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Greenville is below the national average at 187 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,679 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Greenville has a population of 883 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

883
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
60.1yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenville is $52,991, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Greenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,991
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,193
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$56,434

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,574
County GDP$2,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare124
Retail193
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenville is $192,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,242.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$310,242

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% 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-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Greenville, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma12.9%
COPD7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death10,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access39.2%
Healthcare Facilities124
Greenville has a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,679 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent186.6/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault186.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,679.1/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary248.8/100K
Theft1,430.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greenville has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates45.4661°N, 69.5779°W
County FIPS23025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants115
Retail Stores193

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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