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Standish, ME

Maine · Cumberland County · Portland-South Portland Metro

Standish is a small town in Maine with a population of 344.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
344 Population 128/sq mi density
$373,100 Home Value $441,814 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
59 Violent Crime/100K 1,179 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
59 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Home Value $373,100
32% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 59/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population344
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

Per Capita$41,919
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$34,616M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$373,100
Ownership79.4%
Zillow$441,814
Housing Units197
Rent Burden33.1%

Crime

F
Violent59/100K
Property1,179/100K

Health

Obesity27.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking13.3%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.43

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 67%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries35

Is Standish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Standish receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Standish has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Standish is $373,100, 32% above the national median.

Safety & Crime

Standish is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,179 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Standish experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Standish has a population of 344 with a density of 128 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 67.4% female and 32.6% male. The city is predominantly White (95.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94% of residents, while 6% speak Spanish. 11.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

344
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.6%
Female 67.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Standish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish 6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Standish vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $41,919. The average weekly wage is $1,372. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,210 business establishments, including 1,133 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Standish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,919
Avg Weekly Wage$1,372
IRS Avg AGI$101,946
Gini Index0.467 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,210
County GDP$34,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,133
Healthcare1,504
Retail1,447
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,839
124% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Standish is $373,100, 32% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,814, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,186 for a one-bedroom to $1,497 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 197 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $7,839 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$373,100
32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$441,814
Median List Price$449,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$449,000
$/Sq Ft$441
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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

Homeownership79.4%
Owner-Occupied79.4%
Renter-Occupied20.6%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,839
124% above US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Standish, 27.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 27.8% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 19.3% report binge drinking. 17.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 29.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:603. The dentist ratio is 1:904. 85.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma13.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:603
Dentists1:904
Mental Health1:119
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death6,232/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,504
Standish has a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,179 per 100,000, 40% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 24 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Standish receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent59.0/100K
84% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,179.4/100K
40% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Standish experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates43.7353°N, 70.5525°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCumberland County County
Nearest AirportPortland International Jetport (PWM)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
30% above US avg
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.96"
Driest Month (Sep) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0376 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)10.4 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score77.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience98.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 26, 2025.

Oct 16, 2012 5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine M4.7 18 km
Feb 26, 1999 0 km NW of China, Maine M3.8 117 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 81 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 125 km
Jan 27, 2025 9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine M3.8 75 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 93 km
Jan 3, 2000 4 km W of Leeds, Maine M3.5 71 km
Oct 6, 1992 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire M3.4 95 km
Sep 7, 2000 7 km WSW of Liberty, Maine M3.2 116 km
Sep 26, 2010 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire M3.2 95 km
Jan 10, 1999 2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts M3.1 105 km
Sep 5, 1994 13 km NNE of Monhegan, Maine M3.1 107 km
Jan 27, 2000 3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire M3.0 96 km
Nov 20, 1994 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine M3.0 56 km
Jan 10, 1999 1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts M3.0 106 km
Jul 22, 2003 72 km NNE of Provincetown, Massachusetts M3.0 142 km
Jun 7, 2010 29 km SE of York Beach, Maine M2.9 82 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 88 km
Jan 8, 1998 52 km ENE of Rockport, Massachusetts M2.9 106 km
Apr 25, 2023 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire M2.9 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 126 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

93 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 34 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 25, 1969 EF3 93 km 0
Jun 9, 1953 EF3 92 km 0
Jul 24, 2008 EF2 89 km 1
May 21, 2006 EF2 94 km 0
Jul 6, 1999 EF2 79 km 0
Jul 8, 1996 EF2 76 km 0
Jun 22, 1981 EF2 60 km 0
May 3, 1976 EF2 72 km 0
Jul 3, 1972 EF2 79 km 0
Jul 31, 1971 EF2 88 km 0
Jul 31, 1971 EF2 77 km 0
Jul 31, 1971 EF2 87 km 0
Oct 10, 1966 EF2 39 km 0
Jul 18, 1963 EF2 54 km 0
May 14, 1963 EF2 60 km 0
Jun 19, 1957 EF2 73 km 0
Jul 1, 2017 EF1 38 km 0
Jul 1, 2017 EF1 41 km 0
Jul 1, 2017 EF1 38 km 0
Jul 28, 2014 EF1 13 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2008 MAINE Avalanche 3.6 m 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 3.4 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 3.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in Driest
October 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 26°F (-3°C) 4.3 in

Standish has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 20°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and September the driest (3.3").

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Standish is located in Cumberland County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 66.9% of the vote, a 36.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 35 public libraries serving the community. 1,504 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.6%
D 66.9%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.43
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi
CountyCumberland County County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed132.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries35
Healthcare Facilities1,504
Restaurants1,133
Retail Stores1,447

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Standish. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,090
Toddler$1,090
Preschool$1,132
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$895
Toddler$837
Preschool$823
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cumberland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 37,547 1,649 $72,034 1.36
Retail Trade 21,810 1,410 $42,057 1.13
Accommodation & Food Services 17,711 1,133 $34,759 1.01
Professional & Technical Services 14,229 4,290 $111,448 1.06
Manufacturing 10,995 472 $78,928 0.70
Finance & Insurance 10,227 812 $128,616 1.31
Administrative & Waste Services 8,574 956 $56,727 0.76
Management of Companies 7,362 880 $119,319 2.27
Wholesale Trade 7,162 922 $95,019 0.94
Other Services 5,968 1,288 $54,259 1.03
Transportation & Warehousing 5,036 268 $58,505 0.62
Educational Services 4,866 292 $62,669 1.22
Arts & Entertainment 3,245 326 $38,449 1.00
Real Estate 3,227 795 $67,567 1.08
Utilities 380 18 $144,540 0.52

Colleges & Universities in Standish

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Saint Joseph's College of Maine Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 2,059 81.7% $42,834 $42,834

Schools in Standish

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bonny Eagle High School High 1,021 87 11.7:1
Bonny Eagle Middle School Middle 735 59 12.5:1
Buxton Center Elementary School Elementary 538 52 10.3:1
Edna Libby Elementary School Elementary 265 19 13.9:1
George E Jack School Elementary 159 11 14.5:1
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Radio Stations near Standish

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
94.9 HOM - The Best Mix of the '80s, '90's & Today (WHOM-FM) adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
The Retro Attic MP3 128 kbps
WMPG MP3 128 kbps
98.1 WTSN news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps
WYAR 1920s, 1930s AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Standish

86 national parks and monuments found near Standish.

ParkTypeFee
Andrews Beach State Park Free
Androscoggin Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Augusta Surplus Lands State Park Free
Barrett Park State Park Free
Bradbury Mountain State Park State Park Free
Carroll Recreational Trail State Park Free
Cathedral Ledge State Park State Park Free
Clark Cove State Park Free
Crawford Notch State Park State Park Free
Crescent Beach State Park State Park Free
Eames State Park State Park Free
Echo Lake Boat Access State Park Free
Echo Lake State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower Memorial Area State Park Free
Ellacoya State Park State Park Free
Ferry Beach State Park Free
Ferry Beach State Park State Park Free
Fort Webber aka Fort Island State Park Free
Frances Perkins National Monument National Monument Free
Governors State Park State Park Free
Grafton Notch State Park State Park Free
Great Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Hampton Beach State Park State Park Free
Jenness Beach State Park State Park Free
Jericho Mountain State Park State Park Free
Jewell Island State Park Free
Kingston State Park State Park Free
Laudholm Farms State Park Free
Little Chebeague Island State Park Free
Little Concord Pond State Park Free
Long Lake Boating Access State Park Free
Long Pond State Park Free
Mackworth Island State Park State Park Free
Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed State Park Free
Maranacook Lake Boating Access State Park Free
Marblehead (Meetinghouse Eddy) Boat Launch State Park Free
Maudslay State Park State Park Free
Messalonskee Lake Boat Access State Park Free
Messalonskee Lake Boating Access State Park Free
Middle Pond Hancock Pond State Park Free
Milan Hill State Park State Park Free
Mount Blue State Park Free
Mount Blue State Park State Park Free
Mount Washington State Park State Park Free
North Hampton State Park State Park Free
North Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Northwood Meadows State Park State Park Free
Odiorne Point State Park State Park Free
Pawtuckaway State Park State Park Free
Peacock Beach State Park State Park Free
Perkins Island State Park Free
Piscataqua River Boat Access State Park Free
Popham Beach State Park Free
Popham Beach State Park State Park Free
Range Ponds State Park Free
Range Ponds State Park State Park Free
Reid State Park State Park Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail State Park Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail State Park Free
Runaround Pond State Park Free
Sabatis Island State Park Free
Sabattus Mountain State Park Free
Saco River Boating Access State Park Free
Saco River Route 160 Bridge State Park Free
Salisbury Beach State Reservation State Park Free
Salmon Falls State Park Free
Scarborough Beach State Park State Park Free
Sebago Lake State Park State Park Free
Snow Pond State Park Free
Songo Lock State Historic Site State Park Free
Speckled Mountain State Park Free
Swan's Falls State Park Free
Tasseltop Park State Park Free
Taylor Pond Boat Access State Park Free
Three Mile Pond Boating Access State Park Free
Trout Pond State Park Free
Two Lights State Park State Park Free
Umbagog State Park State Park Free
Vaughan Woods State Park State Park Free
Wallis Sands State Park State Park Free
Wentworth State Park State Park Free
White Lake State Park State Park Free
Wolfes Neck Woods State Park Free
Wolfes Neck Woods State Park State Park Free
Woodbury Pond State Park Free
Woodbury Pond Boating Access State Park Free

Museums in Standish

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DYER LIBRARY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2072833861$822,257
TATE HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1267 WESTBROOK STREET2077746177$71,989
MAINE GARDEN RAILWAY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$7,660
ALFRED SHAKER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM118 SHAKER HILL RD2073249630
ARNOLD EXPEDITION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BALDWIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2 NORTON PLACE
BAXTER HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2078393878
BIDDEFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION�4 PORTLAND AVE2079349319
BUSTINS ISLAND MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BUXTON-HOLLIS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION100 MAIN ST BAR MILLS2079291684
CORNISH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION40 MAIN STREET2076253095
DENMARK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION121 EAST MAIN STREET
DOODLETOWNHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GORHAM HISTORICIAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION28 SCHOOL STREET2078394700
GRAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONGRAY CORNERS2076574783
JONES GALLERY OF GLASS AND CERAMICSART MUSEUM
JONES MUSEUM OF GLASS & CERAMICSGENERAL MUSEUM35 DOUGLAS MTN RD2077873370
JONES MUSEUM OF GLASS AND CERAMICSGENERAL MUSEUM588 MAIN ST2075919035
LIMERICK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION35 MAIN ST
LIMINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7 JOE WEBSTER ROAD
METIS EASTERN TRIBAL INDIAN SOCIETY OF MAINEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RAYMOND-CASCO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION401 WEBBS MILLS ROAD2076554742
SCARBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION647 U S ROUTE 12078859997
SEBAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION347 CONVENE AVENUE
WATERBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2078545588
WINDHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION234 WINDHAM CENTER ROAD2078921433

Libraries in Standish

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DYER LIBRARY371 MAIN STREET0.0161,542
SCARBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY48 GORHAM ROAD0.0136,247
MCARTHUR PUBLIC LIBRARY270 MAIN STREET0.0117,324
WALKER MEMORIAL LIBRARY800 MAIN STREET0.079,975
WINDHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY217 WINDHAM CENTER ROAD0.075,111
BAXTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY71 SOUTH STREET0.068,915
GRAY PUBLIC LIBRARY5 HANCOCK STREET0.057,205
LIBBY MEMORIAL LIBRARY27 STAPLES STREET0.027,950
NAPLES PUBLIC LIBRARY940 ROOSEVELT TRAIL0.020,405
RAYMOND VILLAGE LIBRARY3 MEADOW RD0.014,796
WATERBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY187 MAIN ST.0.010,222
BONNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY36 MAIN STREET0.08,485
LIMERICK PUBLIC LIBRARY55 WASHINGTON STREET0.07,618
HOLLIS CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY14 LITTLE FALLS ROAD0.06,108
DAVIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY928 CAPE ROAD0.05,505
SPAULDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY282 SEBAGO ROAD0.05,498
COMMUNITY LIBRARY10 JOHN STREET0.05,430
WEST BUXTON PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION34 RIVER ROAD (S.R.112)0.03,137
SALMON FALLS LIBRARY322 OLD ALFRED ROAD0.02,780
NORTH GORHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY2 STANDISH NECK ROAD0.02,491
SOLDIERS MEMORIAL LIBRARY85 MAIN STREET0.02,200
DENMARK PUBLIC LIBRARY121 EAST MAIN STREET0.01,984
STEEP FALLS LIBRARY1128 PEQUAWKET TRAIL0.01,300
OCEAN PARK MEMORIAL LIBRARY11 TEMPLE AVENUE0.01,248
BERRY MEMORIAL LIBRARY93 MAIN STREET0.0999
RICHVILLE LIBRARY743 RICHVILLE ROAD0.0612
BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY - BALDWIN2 NORTON PLACE0.0515

Farmers Markets in Standish

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gorham Farmers's Market270 Main Street
Greater Gorham Farmers MarketBetween 71 and 77 South Street05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;Yes
Lakes Region Farmers Market709 Roosevelt TrailMay to OctoberSat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;Visit
Naples Farmers MarketNaples Village Green, Off Route 302
Saco Farmers' & Artisans' MarketSaco Valley Shopping CenterMay to OctoberWed:7:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Sat:7:00 AM - 12:00 PM;YesVisit
Scarborough Farmers' Market259 U. S. Route One06/02/2013 to 10/27/2013Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
The Ballpark Farmers & Artisan Market7 Ballpark way06/03/2018 to 09/30/2018Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Westbrook Farmers' Marketoff William Clark Dr. (Rt. 25)

Restaurants in Standish

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sebago Landing Tavern
Walker's Landing
Yummy Chinese Restaurant

Cafes in Standish

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aroma Joe's

Theatres in Standish

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schoolhouse Arts Center

Veterinaries in Standish

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

VCA Standish Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Standish

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo
Lil' Mart

Banks in Standish

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casco Federal Credit Union
Gorham Savings Bank
Partners Bank

Breweries in Standish

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Adams Street PubCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Biddeford, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, ME, Res193 Main St2072834992
Austin Street BreweryTourist Information & Attractions, Food & Drink, Amusement Places & Arcades, Banquet Halls & Recepti1 Industrial Way2072001994, 12072001994, 2078316387Visit
Banded Horn BreweryBrewery32 Main St
Banded Horn Brewing Co Tap RoomFood & Drink, Breweries32 Main St W12077748080
Barreled Souls BrewingBrewery743 Portland Rd2076026439Visit
Bray's Brew PubPub and Brewery, Pub, Brewery678 Roosevelt Trl2076936806Visit
Bull Jagger Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries1 Industrial Way No8
D L Geary Brewing Co.Brewery38 Evergreen Dr
Fun Town Splashtown Beer GardenBrewery762 Portland Rd
Jeffrerds TavernBreweries & Brew Pubs, Museums6 Lindsay Rd2073634703
Peak Organic Brewing CoPortland Me, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Portland Brewers110 Marginal Way 8022075865586
Shelly'sConvenience Stores, Restaurant, Convenience Store, Sandwich Place, and Brewery, Grocery Stores113 Saco Ave2079342955, 2078056635
The Hop ShopBrewer Equipment Supplies & Services59 Portland Rd
The Run of The Mill Public House & BreweryBrewery, American Restaurant100 Main St2075719648Visit
Turf's Sports GrillBeer Taverns & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Portland, ME, Restaurants & Ba512 Warren Ave2072212343Visit

Pharmacies in Standish

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HANNAFORD 111 OSSIPEE TRAIL 207-642-5544

Daycare Centers in Standish

9 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CHERI'S DAYCARE
320 NORTHEAST RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 642-2213 OPEN
KEREBEAR'S CHILDCARE LLC
993 LONG PLAINS RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 298-9135 OPEN
LITTLE DUCKLINGS DAY CARE
502 OSSIPEE TRAIL
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 776-9156 OPEN
LITTLE TYKES DAYCARE CENTER
48 PEQUAWKET TRAIL
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 838-7829 OPEN
LIVING WATERS CHRISTIAN EDUCARE
197 PARKER FARM ROAD
RELIGIOUS FACILITY — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 303-2930 OPEN
NINNY'S HOUSE CHILD CARE - - HOLLIS
366 HOLLIS ROAD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 939-1742 OPEN
POLLYWOGS TO SPECKLED FROGS CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL
190 NORTHEAST ROAD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 642-1209 OPEN
THE LEARNING POST
19 OSSIPEE TRAIL WEST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 310-0036 OPEN
THE LITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSE - WEST GORHAM
341 OSSIPPEE TRAIL
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE FACILITY (207) 671-4763 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Standish

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
St. Joseph's College278 Whites Bridge RdNon-Networked1J1772 NEMA515public
Standish Town Hall175 NE RdNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in Standish

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
W. EDGE OF SCOTTOW HILL, 2.7 MI WNW OFTOWER79
QUAKER RIDGE RDLTOWER59
QUAKER RIDGE RDLTOWER59
64 DEERING RDMTOWER58
64 DEERING RDMTOWER58
LONG HILL RDMTOWER58
LONG HILL RDMTOWER58
OAK HILL RDLTOWER57
OAK HILL RDLTOWER57
41 Hackers Hill RoadTOWER56
(Standish) Oak Hill Rd.LTOWER56
200 SAWYER RDLTOWER46
200 SAWYER RDLTOWER46

Fire Stations in Standish

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Buxton Fire-Rescue185 Portland RDMostly volunteer207-929-3099
Hollis Fire DepartmentPO Box 9Volunteer207-929-6100
Standish Fire Emergency Medical Services175 Northeast RDMostly volunteer207-642-4343

Bridges in Standish

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete20192411,922G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2011839,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19482028,158P
Truss (Thru)Steel continuous19366074,526P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20161194,031G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20164894,031G
CulvertConcrete2018224,020G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20131673,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19902553,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200230800F

Amtrak Stations in Standish

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Old Orchard Beach, ME11 First StreetTRAIN
Saco, ME138 Main StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Standish

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MARITIMES & NORTHEAST PIPELINE COMPRESSOR STATIONOFF SMALL HARDY RDCUMBERLAND
S D WARREN CO89 CUMBERLAND STREETCUMBERLAND
WESTBROOK ENERGY CENTER60 EISENHOWER DRIVECUMBERLAND

Airports Near Standish

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Portland International JetportPWMLarge Airport
Brunswick Executive AirportNHZMedium Airport
Portsmouth International Airport at PeasePSMMedium Airport
Abbots AirportSmall Airport
Auburn Lewiston Municipal AirportLEWSmall Airport
Back Acres AirportSmall Airport
Bethel Regional AirportSmall Airport
Biddeford Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Blue Puffin Farm HeliportSmall Airport
Bowman FieldSmall Airport
Buzzy's FieldSmall Airport
Chickville AirportSmall Airport
Clark FieldSmall Airport
Cliff Dow AirportSmall Airport
Cliffords AirportSmall Airport
Dyer's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Eagle FieldSmall Airport
Eastern Slopes Regional AirportFRYSmall Airport
Eric's Field AirportSmall Airport
Farr FieldSmall Airport
Goosefair AirportSmall Airport
Gorham AirportSmall Airport
Greaton AirfieldSmall Airport
Heacock Field Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Leavitt AirportSmall Airport
Limerick AirportSmall Airport
Limington Harmon AirportSmall Airport
Locke Lake AirportSmall Airport
Maheu AirportSmall Airport
Maple Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Margerison AirportSmall Airport
Merrymeeting FieldSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View FieldSmall Airport
Murphy-Sherwood Park AirportSmall Airport
Nadeau's AirfieldSmall Airport
Northwood AirportSmall Airport
Oxford County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Perrotti Skyranch AirfieldSmall Airport
Rocky Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Sanford Seacoast Regional AirportSFMSmall Airport
Scottow Bog Flightpark UltralightportSmall Airport
Seacoast AirfieldSmall Airport
Skydive Lebanon AirportSmall Airport
Skyhaven AirportSmall Airport
Slip Knot Landing AirportSmall Airport
Sunny Hill AirportSmall Airport
Therriaults Landing AirportSmall Airport
Tib FieldSmall Airport
Twin Eagles AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Standish

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Buxton Police Department
Frye Island Police Department6 Sunset Road
Scarborough Police Department
Westbrook Police Department570 Main Street
Windham Police Department375 Gray Road

Grocery Stores in Standish

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Buxton Mini Mart IncConvenience Store10 Turkey Ln
CIRCLE K 4707125Convenience Store125 Ossipee Trl E
Family Dollar 11099Other124 Ossipee Trl E
HANNAFORD FOOD & DRUG 8349Super Store71 Colonial Dr
Nouria 1089Convenience Store435 Ossipee Trl
Nouria 222 Narragansett Trail 1259Convenience Store222 Narragansett Trl
PLUMMER PW & SONS INCSupermarket235 Parker Farm Rd
Walgreens 17450Other222 Parker Farm Rd

Treatment Centers in Standish

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alternative Wellness ServicesBoth207-494-8010
Connections for KidsMental Health207-854-1030
Crossroads - Children and Mothers ProgramSubstance Abuse207-773-9931
Everest Recovery Centers Maine LLCSubstance Abuse207-300-2471
Finding Your Balance CounselingSubstance Abuse207-850-0314
Healthcare Resource CentersSubstance Abuse207-221-2292
Maine Behavioral Healthcare - Sherry Sabo CenterBoth207-282-1500
Milestone Recovery - Extended CareSubstance Abuse207-934-5231
NFI North Inc - Beacon HouseMental Health207-727-5900
Portland Community Health Center - DBA Greater Portland HealthBoth207-874-2141
PSL Services - Chesley StreetMental Health207-857-9419
Sweetser AffiliateSubstance Abuse207-294-4400
Volunteers of America Northern New Eng - Beach St HouseMental Health207-373-1140
Volunteers of America Northern New Eng - IRT SouthMental Health207-373-1140
We All Need Help SometimesSubstance Abuse207-310-8942

DOL Wage Violations in Standish

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,411 in back wages owed to 40 employees.

4
Violations
$9,411
Back Wages Owed
40
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Maine Street Grill 04084 3 $7,705 $308 25
Dominos Pizza (Biddeford) 04084 1 $1,525 $153 10
Dominos Pizza (Standish) 04084 1 $94 $31 3
Dominos Pizza (Sanford) 04084 1 $88 $44 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Standish

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
APOSTOLIC FAMILY FELLOWSHIP3 MAST PINE CIR
CHURCH 21 INC77 WHITES BRIDGE RD
DEEPER WELL CHURCHPO BOX 474
GREATER LOVE COMMUNITY CHURCH16 OAK RIDGE DR
LIVING STONE COMMUNITY CHURCH711 OSSIPEE TRAIL WEST
PROPELLING THE GOSPEL MISSIONS INC7 ANGELWOOD RD
SEBAGO LAKE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHPO BOX 24

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Frequently Asked Questions About Standish

What is the population of Standish?

Standish has a population of 344 residents and is located in Maine. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 67.4% female and 32.6% male.

Is Standish expensive to live in?

Standish has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $373,100 (32% above the U.S. median).

Is Standish safe?

Standish is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,179 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Standish receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Standish?

Standish has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Standish?

The job market in Standish is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,372. There are 18,210 business establishments in the area, including 1,133 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Standish?

The median home value in Standish is $373,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,814. The homeownership rate is 79.4%. The average annual property tax is $7,839.

How are the schools in Standish?

Schools in Standish score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.1% of adults in Standish hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Standish?

The obesity rate in Standish is 27.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 17.8% are physically inactive. 29.7% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 85.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:603.

What is transportation like in Standish?

The average commute in Standish is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Standish?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Standish is 95.1% White. 94% of residents speak only English at home, while 6% speak Spanish. 11.1% of the population are military veterans. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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