Caribou

Caribou, Maine Overview

Caribou scores 57.5/100 overall (B+), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Maine — below the state composite of 77.3. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 97/100, while Growth lags at 35/100.

Income & Employment in Caribou

The median household income in Caribou is $54,271, 21% below the statewide median of $68,810. The local unemployment rate of 3.7% is higher than the state’s 3.2%. Population declined 0.7%.

Safety in Caribou

Caribou’s violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 is well below both the Maine rate of 100 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 710.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Caribou

The median home value is $120,300. Median monthly rent is $696. Renters spend 15.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Caribou

The adult obesity rate in Caribou is 38.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.6%. Residents report an average of 17.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Maine ranks #11 nationally for overall health.

Climate & Commute in Caribou

Winters in Caribou are cold, averaging 19.9°F. Summers average 64.4°F. Winters average 19.9°F. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The average commute of 13.4 minutes is notably short.

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