Wales, Maine 

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Population

1,743

+31.8% since 2020

Unemployment Rate

4.3%

Cost of Living

97.3 / 100

Median Home Price

$287,500

Median Income

$70,417

Comfort Index (Climate)

9.2 / 3.8

summer / winter

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Best Places to Live in Wales, Maine

Wales, ME is a small town with a population of just over 2,000 people. It is nestled in the rolling hills of western Maine and offers stunning views of nature at every turn. The community spirit is strong here: locals are known to be friendly and welcoming to newcomers. Life in Wales is relaxed and peaceful; residents take time to enjoy the great outdoors, from fishing, boating, hiking and more. Nearby towns offer plenty of shopping and entertainment options for those looking for something more active. Whether you're looking for a quiet place to raise a family or an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, Wales is an ideal option. Small-city complex - Southern Maine, 30 miles north and inland from Portland.
State: Maine
County: Androscoggin County
Metro Area: Lewiston-Auburn Metro Area
City: Wales
Zip Codes: No Zip Codes Here.
Cost of Living: -2.7% lower
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 340 ft above sea level


Wales, Me Housing Market
Least Expensive HomesHomes Over 2,000 Sq. Ft.
Most Expensive HomesHomes less than 10 yrs old
All Single Family Homes
Pros
Attractive setting
Low crime rates
Outdoor recreation
Cons
Harsh winters
Low job growth projections
Low educational attainment

What Bert Has To Say About Lewiston-Auburn Metro Area

Lewiston, at 35,000 the second largest city in the state, lies across the Androscoggin River from its twin city, Auburn. Once a large textile center, Lewiston and Auburn are currently reinventing themselves as a manufacturing and service center with high-tech businesses, but the transition is far from complete. This is an oft-repeated story in Maine, and some towns are doing better than others: Portland south and Waterville 50 miles north are doing much better, while Augusta, the state capital 25 miles north, remains surprisingly depressed.


Highlights

ECONOMY
The unemployment rate in Wales is 4.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Wales jobs have increased by 0.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING
Compared to the rest of the country, Wales's cost of living is 2.7% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Wales's Cost of Living

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

VOTING
In the last Presidential election, Androscoggin county remained Republican, 49.9% to 47.0%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION
Wales's population is 1,743 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 8.4%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION
Average Commute time is 28.4 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE
The median home cost in Wales is $287,500. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 14.7%.

SCHOOLS
Wales public schools spend $12,821 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.6 students per teacher in Wales. More Education



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Housing Market in Wales

It's a good time to buy in Wales. Home Appreciation is up 14.7% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Wales is $287,500.
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