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Mechanic Falls, ME
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Mechanic Falls, ME
At a Glance
How Mechanic Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mechanic Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mechanic Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mechanic Falls residents earn a median household income of $50,169 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,486. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,600 business establishments, including 254 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mechanic Falls is $197,700 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $289,484. Median rent is $1,160/month, with 29.0% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Mechanic Falls reports 168 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 875/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
12.3% of adults in Mechanic Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mechanic Falls has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.