What are the schools like in North Anson, ME?

North Anson is served primarily by RSU 74/MSAD 74. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.5:1.

What is the median household income in North Anson?

The median household income in North Anson, ME is $38,295 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.

What is the weather like in North Anson, ME?

North Anson has an average high temperature of 26.9°F in January and 78.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 74.0 inches.

North Anson, ME Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in North Anson, ME?

North Anson has a violent crime rate of 83.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1634.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Anson, ME a Good Place to Live?

North Anson is a small town of 462 in Maine, with a median household income of $38,295 and a 5.4% unemployment rate.

Strengths: North Anson stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether North Anson is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Anson city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the North Anson metro area.

Metric	North Anson, ME	National Avg
Median Home Value	$145,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,295	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Anson's violent crime rate is 83.2 per 100,000 residents — 78% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

83.2 /100k

Property Crime

1634.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

North Anson is served primarily by RSU 74/MSAD 74. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Anson, ME	National Avg
School District	RSU 74/MSAD 74	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	1.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Anson sees average highs of 26.9°F in January and 78.9°F in July, with 41.7 inches of annual precipitation and 74.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Anson, ME
Average High — January	26.9°F
Average High — July	78.9°F
Annual Precipitation	41.7"
Annual Snowfall	74.0"

Demographics

Metric	North Anson, ME	National Avg
Population	462	—
Median Age	50.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	2.4%	22.2%
65 and over	29.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Madison, ME 5 mi Anson, ME 5 mi Skowhegan, ME 11 mi Norridgewock, ME 12 mi Bingham, ME 13 mi

ZIP Codes in North Anson

North Anson, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code:

04958

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Anson, ME affordable or expensive?

North Anson has a median home value of $145,200 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $38,295.

What is the crime rate in North Anson, ME?

North Anson's violent crime rate is 83.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1634.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Anson?

Public schools in North Anson are operated by RSU 74/MSAD 74. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1. 1.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Anson, ME a good place to live?

North Anson, ME has a population of 462, a median household income of $38,295, and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in North Anson?

North Anson averages 26.9°F in January and 78.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.7 inches with about 74.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Anson?

North Anson, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code: 04958.

What is the population of North Anson?

The population of North Anson, Maine is 462 with a median age of 50.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Anson?

Key numbers for living in North Anson: median home $145,200, median household income $38,295, crime index 44 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Anson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.