Maine, WI

Wisconsin

Maine is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,608. Residents earn $110,592 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,608 Population 61/sq mi density
$110,592 Median Income $60,252 per capita
$262,100 Home Value $356,612 Zillow
$902 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,592 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$262,100 home value, $902/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,592
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $262,100
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $902
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,608
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,592
Per Capita$60,252
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$262,100
Rent$902
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,612

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation1,356 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Maine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maine receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Maine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maine is $110,592, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Maine among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maine is $262,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $902 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Maine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 54.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Maine has a population of 2,608 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

2,608
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
43.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Maine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maine is $110,592, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Maine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,592
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,252
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$66,833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)792
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare75
Retail110
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,583
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Maine is $262,100, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $902 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,100
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,612
Median List Price$529,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$529,900
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$902
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,583
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Maine, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death8,877/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities75

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Maine has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall54.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,356 ft (413 m)
Area43.1 sq mi (111.6 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates45.0580°N, 89.6813°W
County FIPS55069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area43.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants98
Retail Stores110

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home13.6%

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