Hartland, ME

Maine

Hartland is a small town in Maine with a population of 572. Residents earn $61,917 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
572 Population 258/sq mi density
$61,917 Median Income $31,441 per capita
$115,400 Home Value $174,358 Zillow
$884 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$61,917 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,400 home value, $884/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,917
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $884
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population572
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,917
Per Capita$31,441
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,400
Rent$884
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,358

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation276 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute34 min
Libraries12

Is Hartland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hartland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartland is $61,917, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartland is $115,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $884 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 71.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Hartland has a population of 572 with a density of 258 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

572
Total Population
258
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartland is $61,917, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hartland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,917
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,441
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,459
County GDP$1,998M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare112
Retail154
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartland is $115,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $884 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,358.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,400
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,358

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$884
24% 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-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Rate4.84%
In Hartland, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma14.1%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death9,085/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Hartland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall71.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density258/sq mi
Coordinates44.8856°N, 69.4692°W
County FIPS23027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score5.64
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density258/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants92
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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