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Bath, ME vs Presque Isle, ME

Bath, ME vs Presque Isle, ME: What the data shows

Bath, ME is in Bath, ME while Presque Isle, ME is in Presque Isle, ME — both in the same state. On home prices, Presque Isle, ME is the more affordable option at $137,100 median — $144,200 less than Bath, ME's $281,300. WYLT rates Bath, ME as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Presque Isle, ME as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Bath, ME has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Presque Isle, ME has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Bath, ME has Low flood risk and Presque Isle, ME has Low flood risk.

Bath, ME is the more walkable neighborhood. Bath, ME scores 31/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Presque Isle, ME's 25/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Presque Isle, ME has the higher school rating Bath, ME rates 6.4/10 and Presque Isle, ME rates 7.3/10.

CategoryBath, MEPresque Isle, ME
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$281K$137K

Lower price

Median Rent$946$812

Lower rent

Median Income$70K

Higher income

$52K
Price VolatilityModerateLow

More stable

Getting Around
Walk Score31/100

More walkable

25/100
Transit Score17/10017/100
Bike ScoreN/AN/A
Commute90 minN/A
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeAA
Violent CrimeLowLow
Property CrimeLowLow
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools6.4/107.3/10

Better schools

Best for
retireessmall‑town familiesnature enthusiasts
Retirees looking for a low‑cost, quiet lifestyleFamilies wanting safe schools in a small townNature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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