Bangor

Bangor, Maine Overview

Bangor faces challenges across several categories, earning a B grade (55.3/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Maine. Even so, the city scores 77/100 in Environment — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 38/100.

Income & Employment in Bangor

Bangor’s median income of $58,096 is 16% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.2%.

Safety in Bangor

Bangor’s violent crime rate of 171.3 per 100,000 runs above the Maine average of 100. The property crime rate is 4028.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Bangor

Bangor has a cost of living index of 91.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $206,300. Median monthly rent is $1,019. Renters spend 21.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Bangor

The adult obesity rate in Bangor is 37.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11%. Residents report an average of 20 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Maine ranks #11 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Bangor

Bangor has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $17,728 per student, well above the national median. The city has 10 public schools serving 3,434 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Bangor

The annual average temperature in Bangor is 47.1°F. Summers average 66.4°F. Winters average 26.8°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.3 inches per year. The average commute of 15.1 minutes is notably short.

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