Orono, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Hancock County County
Orono, ME
At a Glance
How Orono Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orono's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orono a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orono residents earn a median household income of $56,890 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,135. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% 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 Orono is $219,200 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $313,830. Median rent is $1,150/month, with 32.5% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Orono reports 47 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 103/100K.
Education
68.0% of adults in Orono hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above the national average). 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orono 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.