South Portland, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Cumberland County County
South Portland, ME
At a Glance
How South Portland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Portland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Portland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Portland residents earn a median household income of $84,563 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,719. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,210 business establishments, including 1,133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Portland is $405,800 , 44% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $522,512. Median rent is $1,648/month, with 30.8% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
South Portland reports 63 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,389/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
49.3% of adults in South Portland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Portland has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.