South Portland, ME
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 24,736 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
This city is located in southwestern Maine, just south of Portland.
Cultural Attractions
Most of the Maine Mall, the state’s largest shopping center, is located in South Portland.
Recreation
The beach is accessible to the public through Spring Point Shoreway Park.
Historical
South Portland has been a shipbuilding area since the 17th century.
Economy
An oil terminal, rolling mills, and timber yards are just some of the businesses operating in South Portland.
| Population [details] | 24,736 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 63.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 327.5 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 35.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 21.04 °F/1.37 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 77.67 °F/54.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 35.38 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 88 |
| Cost of living [details] | 112.8 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (97.13 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL JETPORT (2.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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