Rangeley, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Franklin County County
Rangeley, ME
At a Glance
How Rangeley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rangeley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rangeley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rangeley residents earn a median household income of $29,231 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,935. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,152 business establishments, including 105 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rangeley is $158,300 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $511,469. Median rent is $624/month, with 35.6% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Rangeley reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 606/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Rangeley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rangeley has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches.