Presque Isle, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Aroostook County County
Presque Isle, ME
At a Glance
How Presque Isle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Presque Isle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Presque Isle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Presque Isle residents earn a median household income of $57,396 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,550. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,396 business establishments, including 145 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Presque Isle is $142,400 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,198. Median rent is $875/month, with 26.9% 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
Presque Isle reports 266 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,233/100K.
Education
26.8% of adults in Presque Isle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Presque Isle has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.