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South Bristol, ME


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South Bristol, Maine

South Bristol, Maine, in Lincoln county, is 37 miles E of Portland, Maine (center to center) and 128 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. There are an estimated 897 people in the town.

The People and Families of South Bristol

In South Bristol, about 66% of adults are married.

South Bristol has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, South Bristol had a median family income of $46,765. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in South Bristol. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in the town.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($1,250) in South Bristol. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

South Bristol Housing

Approximately 89% of housing in South Bristol is owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In South Bristol, 82% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%South Bristol College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of South Bristol, ME

Comparing South Bristol 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
Age of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Male Share of the Population86
Well-Paid Single Men78
Well-Paid Single Women68
Female Share of the Population35
Racial Diversity24
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
People Above Poverty78
Median Family Income78
People in Middle Class or Better77

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Public Transportation Use88
Short Commute Times78
Walking and Biking to Work44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built74
Affordability of Property Taxes68
People Living Alone47
Affordability of Rents22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22
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