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Saco, ME


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Saco, Maine

Introduction to Saco, Maine

Saco, Maine, in York county, is 14 miles SW of Portland, Maine and 85 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. There are an estimated 16,822 people in the city.

Saco History

Saco was originally inhabited by the Sokoki tribe of Abenaki Indians. In 1630, the Plymouth Company granted the land to Richard Bonython and Thomas Lewis. It was renamed Saco in 1653. In fact, the city derived its name from an Algonquian term meaning “river mouth.” The city was incorporated in 1867. The Saco Iron Works was established here in 1811.

Saco and nearby Attractions

  • York Institute Museum
  • Ferry Beach State Park
  • MacDonald's Mineral Museum
  • Funtown USA - Splashtown
  • Old Orchard Beach
  • Aquaboggin Water Park

Things To Do In Saco

While in Saco, one can visit the Cascade Water and Amusement Park, Aquaboggan Park and Funtown USA. The Saco Museum, Maine Aquarium and the York Institute Museum are all popular local recreational spots. Golf lovers can visit the Biddeford-Saco Country Club. One can also plan a trip to Ferry Beach or Old Orchard Beach.

Saco Transportation

Portland International is the nearest airport.

Saco Higher Education

The University of New England-University Campus, Saint Joseph’s College and the University of Southern Maine are all close to the city.

High Points

Saco strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 7%Saco Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 10%Saco Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 12%Saco Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 16%Saco People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Saco, ME

Comparing Saco to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women710
Female Share of the Population79
Well-Paid Single Men610
Age of the Population63
Senior Citizens55
Male Share of the Population42
Children Under 5 Years Old49
Racial Diversity18

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married63
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults68
People in Middle Class or Better69
Median Family Income69
People Above Poverty68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home73
Short Commute Times67
Public Transportation Use58
Walking and Biking to Work37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing103
Housing Recently Built64
Affordability of Rents53
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals59
People Living Alone57
Affordability of Property Taxes41

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime73
Low Property Crime63

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