Maine
Machias is a small town in Maine with a population of 1,395. Residents earn $28,047 per year, which is 63% below the national average.
Based on current data, Machias receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Machias has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Machias is $28,047, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Machias is $117,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Machias is below the national average at 326 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,190 per 100,000, near the national average.
20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Machias has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,047 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,812 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,781 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,194 |
| County GDP | $1,474M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,373 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.56% |
| Commute Time | 11.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
| Census Median | $117,800 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,953 |
| Census Median Rent | $700 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
| Owner-Occupied | 39.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,373 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.56% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% |
| Asthma | 13.8% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 23.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,437/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Total Violent | 326.2/100K |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 326.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,190.1/100K |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 233.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,910.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 46.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.8 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 71 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 517/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7006°N, 67.4786°W |
| County FIPS | 23029 |
Winner: Republican by 23.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.4% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.64 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 517/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 18 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 132 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 11.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |