Hallowell, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Hallowell, ME
At a Glance
How Hallowell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hallowell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hallowell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hallowell residents earn a median household income of $58,811 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,152. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hallowell is $266,700 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $382,608. Median rent is $830/month, with 27.0% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Hallowell reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 571/100K.
Education
46.4% of adults in Hallowell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hallowell has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.