Waterville, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Waterville, ME
At a Glance
How Waterville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterville residents earn a median household income of $47,489 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,156. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waterville is $173,700 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,736. Median rent is $957/month, with 30.8% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Waterville reports 148 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,071/100K.
Education
32.2% of adults in Waterville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waterville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.