Richmond, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Richmond, ME
At a Glance
How Richmond Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Richmond's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Richmond residents earn a median household income of $72,036 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,805. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.9% 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 Richmond is $221,600 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $337,159. Median rent is $1,013/month, with 28.6% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
Richmond reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 56/100K.
Education
31.2% of adults in Richmond hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Richmond has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.