Mattawamkeag, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Penobscot County County
Mattawamkeag, ME
At a Glance
How Mattawamkeag Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mattawamkeag's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mattawamkeag a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mattawamkeag residents earn a median household income of $36,042 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,500. The unemployment rate stands at 21.8% (506% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,259 business establishments, including 341 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mattawamkeag is $100,800 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $210,303. Median rent is $425/month, with 30.1% 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 1968.
Education
6.3% of adults in Mattawamkeag hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mattawamkeag has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.