Southwest Harbor 73 Excellent
Southwest Harbor Livability #40 ranked city in Maine#4,911 ranked city in the USARanks better than 83% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Southwest Harbor

PROS
  • Commute

    The high commute score in this area could imply easy access to public transportation, as well as shorter-than-average commute times to your workplace.

  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

  • Employment

    This area earns a low score in the employment category due to low household income levels and high unemployment rates, which may pose challenges in seeking job opportunities.

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      Southwest Harbor transportation information

      Statistic Southwest Harbor Maine National
      Average one way commute8min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work59.2%78.2%76.4%
      Workers who carpool0.0%10.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%0.6%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle1.4%0.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk8.0%4.0%2.8%
      Working from home31.5%5.5%4.6%
      Source: The Southwest Harbor, ME data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).