Best Places to Live in Oakland, Maine

Living in Oakland, ME is a delightful experience. Located in Kennebec County, the town has a population of around 4,000 and is filled with friendly residents who are always eager to help out their neighbors. The surrounding area is both beautiful and diverse, with nearby lakes, forests and mountains providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Residents of Oakland can also enjoy easy access to Bangor and Augusta for art, culture, entertainment and more. With an average cost of living that is lower than the Maine average, Oakland offers a great quality of life for those looking for a charming small-town feel in northern New England.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Oakland is 4.7% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Oakland jobs have increased by 0.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Oakland's cost of living is 11.1% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Oakland's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Oakland, 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

Oakland's population is 6,210 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 0.1%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 23.5 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

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

SCHOOLS

Oakland public schools spend $11,635 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.9 students per teacher in Oakland. More Education

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Housing Market in Oakland

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

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