Lewiston, Maine

Population 36,498

Lewiston is located in Androscoggin County, ME. The population is 36,498, making Lewiston the largest city in Androscoggin County and the 2nd largest city in the state of Maine.

There are 10 public schools in Lewiston with an average Homefacts rating of D+. The total crime rate for Lewiston is moderate , and there are 151 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Lewiston is moderate and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Lewiston property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Lewiston include Auburn, Sabattus and Lisbon.

Lewiston Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Below Average
  • No High School Diploma: 13.6%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 68.5%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 18%

Crime Rate

8.54% Lower than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 109
  • Violent Crimes: 298
  • Robbery: 50
  • Burglary: 340
  • Property Crime: 1
  • Larceny Theft: 1

Registered Offenders

67.27% Higher than national avg.
  • 151 offenders in Lewiston
  • 41.37 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

568 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 26
  • Registered Polluters: 8
  • Superfunds: 0
  • Tanks & Spills: 534

Unemployment

Moderate 3.8%
  • Maine unemployment average: 2.9%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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Summary
There are 10 K-12 public schools in Lewiston, ME and 3 private schools. Homefacts rates Lewiston's schools as Below Average, with an overall D+ rating.

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  • In 2014, the city of Lewiston, ME issued 10 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Lewiston, ME issued 14 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $717
  • 1 Bedroom: $781
  • 2 Bedrooms: $999
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,297
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,530

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Environmental Hazards

568 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (340/354)
    Lewiston, ME has 96.05% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 1 COUNTY
    Lewiston, ME is a red zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 3.35 Average
    Lewiston, ME is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 20.82°
  • February 24.8°
  • March 33.98°
  • April 46.07°
  • May 55.93°
  • June 63.89°
  • July 70.8°
  • August 68.66°
  • September 60.75°
  • October 49.62°
  • November 38.52°
  • December 28.12°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Lewiston, ME

Earthquakes
Lewiston, ME has a low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Lewiston, ME has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Lewiston, ME has a low risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Lewiston, ME has a low risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Lewiston, ME: $38,199

Unemployment

Unemployment in Lewiston is 3.8%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 2.9% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 42.73%
White Collar - 57.27%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Paul LePage
  • Sen. Susan M. Collins
  • Sen. Angus S. King Jr.

City Representatives

  • Bruce Poliquin

Neighborhood Info

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Nearest Major Airports

5 FCC Towers view all

1 Library view all

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  • No police station found in Lewiston, ME
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