Sabattus, ME

Maine · Metropolitan Area

Sabattus is a small town in Maine with a population of 497. Residents earn $79,125 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 710/sq mi density
$79,125 Median Income $26,064 per capita
$171,300 Home Value $336,095 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
119 Violent Crime/100K 1,015 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
119 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,125
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $171,300
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 119/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Sabattus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population497
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density710/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,125
Per Capita$26,064
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,050M

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,095

Crime

F
Violent119/100K
Property1,015/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault80/100K
Burglary239/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation255 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
CommuteN/A
Libraries9

Is Sabattus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sabattus receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sabattus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sabattus is $79,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sabattus is $171,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sabattus is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 119 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,015 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sabattus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 65.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Sabattus has a population of 497 with a density of 710 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

497
Total Population
710
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sabattus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sabattus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sabattus is $79,125, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sabattus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,125
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,064
Avg Weekly Wage$1,125
IRS Avg AGI$63,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,600
County GDP$7,050M

Business (County)

Restaurants254
Healthcare396
Retail427
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sabattus is $171,300, 39% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,095.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,300
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,095

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,108
1 Bedroom$1,186
2 Bedrooms$1,497
3 Bedrooms$1,951
4 Bedrooms$2,190

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Sabattus, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sabattus vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma13.5%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities396
Sabattus has a violent crime rate of 119 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,015 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Sabattus vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent119.4/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape39.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault79.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,014.5/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary238.7/100K
Theft716.1/100K
Vehicle Theft59.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sabattus has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall65.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation255 ft (78 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density710/sq mi
Coordinates44.1201°N, 70.1038°W
County FIPS23001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52%
D 45.9%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.64
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density710/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities396
Restaurants254
Retail Stores427

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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