Waterville, ME Rankings


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Waterville, ME is a city located in Kennebec County that boasts a population of approximately 15,800. The city is known for its lively downtown area and historic landmarks. Visitors also enjoy the abundance of outdoor activities nearby. When it comes to rankings, Waterville ranks highly in several different areas. According to bestplaces.net, Waterville has a very high cost of living at 135 compared to the national average of 100, making it one of the most expensive places to live in Maine. Additionally, Waterville receives an A+ rating for diversity and a B+ score for crime and safety. Public schools receive a B- rank while local housing options earn an A+. Overall, Waterville has made great strides in providing quality living conditions for its residents and visitors alike.

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just spend 15 years living in LA and loving it, but now I'm retired and I am priced out. staying in Maine with family. do I move to Central Maine with its myriad  More

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Over 10 years ago

I have lived here for a decade but only started looking for office space in the last few months. There are lots of affordable places  More

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Over 10 years ago

Maine in general, and Waterville in particular, have been a wonderful place to homeschool our three children. We are able to work with as much or as little interaction  More

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