Best Places to Live in Orient, Maine

Living in Orient, ME is a truly unique experience. The town is nestled in the countryside and surrounded by rolling hills, making for stunning views of the surrounding area. With a population of slightly over 500 people, it feels like you’re part of a close-knit community. There's plenty to do in Orient as well; various hiking trails are accessible nearby, perfect for exploring the natural beauty. Neighbors are friendly and always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. All this makes Orient the perfect place to settle down and enjoy the simple pleasures life has to offer.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Orient is 11.7% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Orient jobs have decreased by 0.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Orient's cost of living is 17.4% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Orient's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

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

Orient's population is 125 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 81.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 17.6 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Orient is Real Estate: $314,700. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 15.3%.

SCHOOLS

Orient public schools spend $12,552 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.3 students per teacher in Orient. More Education

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Housing Market in Orient

It's a good time to buy in Orient. Home Appreciation is up 15.3% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Orient is $314,700.

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