Washburn, ME

Maine

Washburn is a small town in Maine with a population of 958. Residents earn $39,688 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
958 Population 214/sq mi density
$39,688 Median Income $24,809 per capita
$89,600 Home Value $135,960 Zillow
$433 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$39,688 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,600 home value, $433/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,688
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,600
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $433
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population958
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,688
Per Capita$24,809
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$3,670M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,600
Rent$433
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,960

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,722/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary308/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation605 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Libraries15

Is Washburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washburn receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Washburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washburn is $39,688, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washburn is $89,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $433 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Washburn is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,722 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Washburn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 118.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Washburn has a population of 958 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

958
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Washburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washburn is $39,688, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Washburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,688
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,809
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$56,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,396
County GDP$3,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare228
Retail314
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Washburn is $89,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $433 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,960.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,600
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,960

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$433
63% 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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,828
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Washburn, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death10,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities228
Washburn has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,722 per 100,000 (12% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,722.0/100K
12% below US avg
Burglary307.5/100K
Theft1,291.5/100K
Vehicle Theft123.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Washburn has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall118.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation605 ft (184 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates46.7884°N, 68.1396°W
County FIPS23003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 26.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants145
Retail Stores314

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

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