Question 1

Is Ellsworth, ME or Rockland, ME cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Rockland, ME is cheaper. The median home price in Ellsworth, ME is approximately $213,200 and in Rockland, ME it is approximately $195,800 — a difference of $17,400.

Question 2

Is Ellsworth, ME or Rockland, ME safer?

Accepted Answer

Rockland, ME scores higher on safety. Ellsworth, ME has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate. Rockland, ME has violent crime rated Low and property crime rated Low.

Question 3

Is Ellsworth, ME or Rockland, ME more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Rockland, ME is more walkable. Ellsworth, ME has a Walk Score of N/A/100 and Rockland, ME has a Walk Score of 6/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Ellsworth, ME or Rockland, ME?

Accepted Answer

Ellsworth, ME has higher-rated schools. Ellsworth, ME has a school rating of 4.7/10 and Rockland, ME has a rating of 4.2/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Ellsworth, ME or Rockland, ME?

Accepted Answer

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

Category	Ellsworth, ME	Rockland, ME
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$213K	$196K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$931 ✓ Lower rent	$948
Median Income	$65K ✓ Higher income	$52K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	6/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	10/100	14/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	N/A	35 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	A ✓ Safer
Violent Crime	Moderate	Low ✓ Lower risk
Property Crime	Moderate	Low ✓ Lower risk
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Good ✓ Cleaner air
Community
Schools	4.7/10 ✓ Better schools	4.2/10
Best for	small-town feelaffordable housingfamily-friendly environment	Families with young childrenRetirees seeking a peaceful environmentDog owners and nature lovers

Ellsworth, ME vs Rockland, ME

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