Mapleton, ME

Maine

Mapleton is a small town in Maine with a population of 582. Residents earn $67,900 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
582 Population 194/sq mi density
$67,900 Median Income $29,066 per capita
$152,500 Home Value $231,970 Zillow
$353 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,900 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,500 home value, $353/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,900
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $353
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population582
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,900
Per Capita$29,066
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$3,670M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,500
Rent$353
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,970

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation568 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+99.7%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute42 min
Libraries15

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mapleton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Mapleton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mapleton is $67,900, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mapleton is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $353 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mapleton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 97.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Mapleton has a population of 582 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

582
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mapleton is $67,900, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Mapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,900
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,066
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$56,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,396
County GDP$3,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare228
Retail314
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mapleton is $152,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $353 (70% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,970.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,500
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,970

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$353
70% 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-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Mapleton, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma13.6%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death10,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities228

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall97.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates46.6808°N, 68.1512°W
County FIPS23003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 26.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+99.7%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants145
Retail Stores314

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Work from Home6.7%

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