Thomaston, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Knox County County
Thomaston, ME
At a Glance
How Thomaston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thomaston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thomaston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thomaston residents earn a median household income of $48,563 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,921. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,289 business establishments, including 171 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thomaston is $258,700 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $339,113. Median rent is $861/month, with 35.9% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Thomaston reports 36 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,767/100K.
Education
27.2% of adults in Thomaston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thomaston has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.