Woolwich, ME is a small town in Maine with a population of around 4,000 people. Despite its size, Woolwich has earned high rankings in several Best Places categories, such as crime rate, cost of living, education level and employment opportunities. Woolwich's crime rate is one of the lowest among other towns and cities in Maine with only 0.7 crimes per 1,000 people. In terms of education level, Woolwich has some of the best educational institutions in the state with an average school test scores rating higher than the national average. The cost of living is also quite low compared to other places in Maine making it an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to live. Lastly, Woolwich has excellent employment opportunities due to its proximity to both Portland and Augusta giving residents access to more job prospects within close proximity. All these factors contribute to Woolwich earning consistently high rankings in Best Places surveys and reports.
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