Sherman Mills, ME cityscape

04776

Sherman Mills, ME

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Total Population

955
5-year trend
+17.2%

Median Household Income

$47,292
5-year trend
+14.0%

Median Home Value

$99,000
5-year trend
+47.0%

Median Rent

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+11.4%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Safety score of 42/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$47,292
100.1% above state avg
Home Value
$99,000
100.3% above state avg
Rent
-$666,666,666
461.1% below state avg
Population Density
955 residents
Median Age
37.6 years
Safety Score
42/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
55
Below Average
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
76/100
Cost of Living
49/100
Safety
42/100
Education
30/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
87/100
Weather
63/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Sherman Mills, ME 04776

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Coordinates: 46.5162°, -68.8868°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
151
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
224
Above avg
Transportation
112
Above avg
Healthcare
106
Average
Groceries
119
Above avg
Utilities
110
Average
Overall
151
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
331
Employment Rate
93.7%
Avg. Commute
27 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
22.9%
Mining & Oil Extraction
22.9%
Manufacturing
13.9%
Educational Services
13.5%
Construction
12.1%
Total Employed
310
Total Unemployed
21
Unemployment Rate
6.3%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Sherman Mills, ME

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Unemployment rate of 6.3% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Poverty rate of 34.3% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$47,292
-37.1% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.1%
State: $-42,184,789
Income Distribution
30.6%
Under $50k
18.7%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.97 people

Total Households
322
Family Households
51.2%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Agriculture
22.9%
#2 Industry
Mining
22.9%
#3 Industry
Manufacturing
13.9%
Total Employed Residents:223

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
12.3%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
3.6%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
8.2%
18 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:220
Commute Insights
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
93.7%
310 employed
Labor Force
331
21 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:6.3%
Median Age
37.6 years
Per Capita Income
$22,959
Poverty Rate
34.3%
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