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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,688 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,809 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,858 |
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,396 |
| County GDP | $3,670M |
| Restaurants | 145 |
| Healthcare | 228 |
| Retail | 314 |
| Manufacturing | 75 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.27% |
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $89,600 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $135,960 |
| Census Median Rent | $433 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.27% |
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,576/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 228 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,722.0/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 307.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,291.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 123.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.7 inches |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 118.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 605 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7884°N, 68.1396°W |
| County FIPS | 23003 |
Winner: Republican by 26.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.64 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 15 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 228 |
| Restaurants | 145 |
| Retail Stores | 314 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |