Saco

Saco, Maine Overview

With a composite score of 63.4/100 and a A grade, Saco ranks #5 of 20 cities in Maine. Its strongest showing is in Safety (89/100), while Outdoor Access (45/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Saco

Saco’s median household income of $84,328 is 23% above the Maine median of $68,810, and its 2.6% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.2%.

Safety in Saco

Saco’s violent crime rate of 118.5 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 1431.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Saco

Saco has a cost of living index of 95.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $370,300. Median monthly rent is $1,268. Renters spend 18.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Saco

The adult obesity rate in Saco is 32.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.1%. Residents report an average of 17.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Maine ranks #11 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Saco

Saco’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,719. The city has 5 public schools serving 1,924 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Saco

The annual average temperature in Saco is 49.4°F. Summers average 66.8°F. Winters average 32.3°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.5 inches per year.

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