Best Places to Live in Fort Kent, Maine

Fort Kent, ME is a small town located in the northernmost part of the state, close to the Canadian border. It has a population of around 4,000 people and is known for its picturesque natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. The locals take great pride in their community and enjoy spending time together at various events throughout the year. They also take full advantage of all that nature has to offer from hiking trails to fishing spots. Although it can be quite cold during the winter months, residents still make an effort to get outside and enjoy activities like skiing and snowshoeing. All in all, living in Fort Kent is a great experience for those who appreciate peaceful country living with plenty of outdoor recreation available year-round.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Fort Kent is 5.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Fort Kent jobs have decreased by 0.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Fort Kent's cost of living is 21.8% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Fort Kent's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

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

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Aroostook county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 59.1% to 39.0%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Fort Kent's population is 4,104 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 3.7%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 15.8 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Fort Kent is $196,200. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 16.5%.

SCHOOLS

Fort Kent public schools spend $14,010 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 11.2 students per teacher in Fort Kent. More Education

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Housing Market in Fort Kent

It's a good time to buy in Fort Kent. Home Appreciation is up 16.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Fort Kent is $196,200.

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