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Bath, ME vs Portland, ME
Bath, ME vs Portland, ME: What the data shows
Bath, ME is in Bath, ME while Portland, ME is in Portland, ME — both in the same state. On home prices, Bath, ME is the more affordable option at $281,300 median — $294,600 less than Portland, ME's $575,900. WYLT rates Bath, ME as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Portland, ME as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Bath, ME has the stronger safety profile of the two. Bath, ME has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Portland, ME has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Bath, ME has Low flood risk and Portland, ME has Low flood risk.
Portland, ME is the more walkable neighborhood. Bath, ME scores 31/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Portland, ME's 90/100 (exceptionally walkable). For families weighing school quality, Bath, ME has the higher school rating — Bath, ME rates 6.4/10 and Portland, ME rates 5.6/10.
| Category | Bath, ME | Portland, ME |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $281K ✓ Lower price | $576K |
| Median Rent | $946 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $70K ✓ Higher income | $55K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 31/100 | 90/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 17/100 | 35/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 40/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 90 min | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | B |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.4/10 ✓ Better schools | 5.6/10 |
| Best for | retireessmall‑town familiesnature enthusiasts | Young professionals who can afford the cost of livingFoodies and craft‑beer loversFamilies looking for good schools and parks |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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