Lewiston, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Androscoggin County County
Lewiston, ME
At a Glance
How Lewiston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lewiston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lewiston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lewiston residents earn a median household income of $56,558 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,023. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,600 business establishments, including 254 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lewiston is $214,200 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $298,174. Median rent is $954/month, with 28.3% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Lewiston reports 245 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,616/100K. The murder rate is 2.6/100K.
Education
21.7% of adults in Lewiston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lewiston has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.