Unity, ME

Maine

Unity is a small town in Maine with a population of 320. Residents earn $25,795 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
320 Population 175/sq mi density
$25,795 Median Income $24,322 per capita
$156,500 Home Value $275,992 Zillow
$553 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$25,795 median income, 2.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$156,500 home value, $553/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,795
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $553
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population320
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$25,795
Per Capita$24,322
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute22 min

Housing

B
Home Value$156,500
Rent$553
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,992

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation177 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute22 min
EV Stations4
Libraries12

Is Unity a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unity receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Unity has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Unity is $25,795, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Unity is $156,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $553 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Unity has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 71.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Unity has a population of 320 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

320
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Unity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Unity vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unity is $25,795, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Unity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,795
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,322
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,459
County GDP$1,998M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare112
Retail154
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home28.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Unity is $156,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $553 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,992.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,992

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$553
52% below US avg

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-Occupied46.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,582
59% above US avg
Effective Rate3.57%
In Unity, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma15.0%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression33.3%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death9,085/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Unity has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall71.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates44.6187°N, 69.3446°W
County FIPS23027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.64
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants92
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home28.0%

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