Oakland, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Oakland, ME
At a Glance
How Oakland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oakland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oakland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oakland residents earn a median household income of $44,846 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,613. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oakland is $142,800 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $337,873. Median rent is $932/month, with 36.6% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Oakland reports 31 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 829/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Oakland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oakland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.