Houlton, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Aroostook County County
Houlton, ME
At a Glance
How Houlton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Houlton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Houlton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Houlton residents earn a median household income of $52,227 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,378. The unemployment rate stands at 17.4% (383% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.4% 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 Houlton is $121,700 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,822. Median rent is $719/month, with 34.8% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Houlton reports 49 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,530/100K.
Education
25.4% of adults in Houlton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Houlton has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.