Kingfield, ME

Maine

Kingfield is a small town in Maine with a population of 583. Residents earn $36,648 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
583 Population 160/sq mi density
$36,648 Median Income $37,815 per capita
$173,300 Home Value $280,904 Zillow
$633 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$36,648 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$173,300 home value, $633/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,648
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,300
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.2%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population583
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,648
Per Capita$37,815
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$1,509M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$173,300
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$280,904

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation570 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.2%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Libraries12

Is Kingfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kingfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingfield is $36,648, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingfield is $173,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 93.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kingfield has a population of 583 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

583
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingfield is $36,648, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kingfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,648
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,815
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$62,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,152
County GDP$1,509M

Business (County)

Restaurants105
Healthcare97
Retail172
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,140
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingfield is $173,300, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $280,904.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,300
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$280,904

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% 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-Occupied91.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,140
47% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Kingfield, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death9,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access34.6%
Healthcare Facilities97

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Kingfield has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall93.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation570 ft (174 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates44.9545°N, 70.1645°W
County FIPS23007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 44.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.2%
31% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.64
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants105
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home21.7%

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