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Mars Hill, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Aroostook County County
Mars Hill, ME
At a Glance
How Mars Hill Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mars Hill's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mars Hill a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mars Hill residents earn a median household income of $46,667 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,856. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,396 business establishments, including 145 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mars Hill is $126,200 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $170,263. Median rent is $475/month, with 25.3% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Mars Hill reports 182 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,238/100K.
Education
13.2% of adults in Mars Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mars Hill has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.