South Portland, ME

U.S. News Ratings
Population 25,068
Crime Rate Average
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Geography

This city is located in southwestern Maine, just south of Portland.

Cultural Attractions

Most of the Maine Mall, the state’s largest shopping center, is located in South Portland.

Recreation

The beach is accessible to the public through Spring Point Shoreway Park.

Historical

 South Portland has been a shipbuilding area since the 17th century.

Economy

An oil terminal, rolling mills, and timber yards are just some of the businesses operating in South Portland.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
25,068
Population under 55:
70.4%
Population over 55:
29.6%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Average
Closest large city:
Boston

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Average
Temperature:
77°F July High, 1°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$42,944
Median home price:
N/A
Average property tax:
$21

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
5.7%
Low
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
7
Middle schools:
5
High schools:
3

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
5
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
7

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
8/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
19/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
43

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