Old Town, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Hancock County County
Old Town, ME
At a Glance
How Old Town Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Old Town's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Old Town a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Old Town residents earn a median household income of $49,329 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,812. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,980 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Old Town is $183,200 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $256,347. Median rent is $1,014/month, with 32.1% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Old Town reports 40 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 996/100K.
Education
38.3% of adults in Old Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above the national average). 96.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Old Town has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.