Best Places to Live in Chelsea, Maine

Living in Chelsea, ME is a unique experience with its small town atmosphere and stunning natural beauty. There are plenty of outdoor activities to take part in such as fishing, swimming, kayaking, hiking, biking and more. The town is also home to several local businesses which provide goods and services to the community. Residents here enjoy a tight-knit community that takes pride in supporting each other. It's easy to find something to do here whether it be exploring the nearby forests or visiting a local restaurant for dinner.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Chelsea is 5.1% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Chelsea jobs have increased by 0.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Chelsea's cost of living is 15.2% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Chelsea's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Chelsea, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Kennebec county flipped narrowly Democratic, 48.6% to 48.3%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Chelsea's population is 2,761 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 0.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 21.2 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Chelsea is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 16.5%.

SCHOOLS

Chelsea public schools spend $13,903 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 10.5 students per teacher in Chelsea. More Education

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Housing Market in Chelsea

It's a good time to buy in Chelsea. Home Appreciation is up 16.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Chelsea is .

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