Safest Cities in Maine

Top 32 cities ranked by safest cities

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Safest Cities — Maine

1 Brewer 33.3 per 1K

2 Yarmouth 35.1 per 1K

3 Gorham 39.3 per 1K

4 Belfast 44.6 per 1K

5 Bath 48.1 per 1K

6 Brunswick 48.8 per 1K

7 Rockland 56.1 per 1K

8 Topsham 56.4 per 1K

9 North Windham 59.0 per 1K

10 Orono 65.3 per 1K

11 Kennebunk 68.8 per 1K

12 Gardiner 70.9 per 1K

13 Ellsworth 74.2 per 1K

14 Kittery 80.9 per 1K

15 Winslow 92.1 per 1K

16 Saco 105.5 per 1K

17 Caribou 106.0 per 1K

18 Old Town 107.9 per 1K

19 Bangor 109.8 per 1K

20 Oak Hill 114.9 per 1K

21 Auburn 146.5 per 1K

22 Westbrook 177.4 per 1K

23 South Portland 186.9 per 1K

24 Sanford 193.1 per 1K

25 Waterville 220.7 per 1K

26 Portland 242.3 per 1K

27 Presque Isle 257.9 per 1K

28 Augusta 263.0 per 1K

29 Old Orchard Beach 279.5 per 1K

30 Lewiston 298.3 per 1K

31 Skowhegan 304.4 per 1K

32 Biddeford 427.0 per 1K

The safest cities in Maine have the lowest violent crime rates, making them attractive to families and individuals seeking secure communities. Brewer leads with just 33.3 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

Low crime rates are associated with multiple factors including strong community bonds, well-funded police departments, economic stability, and high levels of education and employment. These cities often have active neighborhood watch programs and community policing initiatives.

Safety is consistently ranked as one of the top priorities for families choosing where to live. The cities on this list demonstrate that low crime and high quality of life often go hand in hand with strong economic conditions and community engagement.

Did You Know?

1. Brewer has just 33.3 violent crimes per 1,000 residents — well below the national average of about 4.0.
2. The safest cities tend to have strong economies, high education levels, and active community engagement programs.
3. Property crime rates in these cities are typically low as well, with most ranking below the national average across all crime categories.

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