What are the schools like in Topsham, ME?

Topsham is served primarily by RSU 75/MSAD 75. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.6:1.

What is the median household income in Topsham?

The median household income in Topsham, ME is $75,801 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 Topsham, ME?

Topsham has an average high temperature of 30.1°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 66.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Topsham, ME affordable or expensive?

Topsham's cost of living index is 100, where 100 represents the national average. This means Topsham is 0% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $316,100 and the median rent is $1,119 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Topsham, ME?

Topsham has a violent crime rate of 40.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 957.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Topsham, ME a Good Place to Live?

Topsham is a small town of 6,813 in Maine, with a median household income of $75,801 and a 5.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 100 (US average = 100), which is 0% below the national average.

Strengths: Topsham stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Index: 99.5

Topsham's overall cost of living index is 99.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Topsham costs roughly 0% less than the average American city.

Metric	Topsham, ME	National Avg
Median Home Value	$316,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,119	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,801	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Topsham's violent crime rate is 40.8 per 100,000 residents — 89% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

40.8 /100k

Property Crime

957.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Topsham is served primarily by RSU 75/MSAD 75. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Topsham, ME	National Avg
School District	RSU 75/MSAD 75	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Topsham sees average highs of 30.1°F in January and 79.4°F in July, with 50.0 inches of annual precipitation and 66.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Topsham, ME
Average High — January	30.1°F
Average High — July	79.4°F
Annual Precipitation	50.0"
Annual Snowfall	66.8"

Demographics

Metric	Topsham, ME	National Avg
Population	6,813	—
Median Age	46.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	1.1%	6.3%
Under 18	20.9%	22.2%
65 and over	24.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Topsham

Topsham, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code:

04086

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Topsham, ME affordable or expensive?

Topsham's cost of living index is 100, where 100 is the national average. That makes Topsham roughly 0% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $316,100 and median rent is $1,119/month.

What is the crime rate in Topsham, ME?

Topsham's violent crime rate is 40.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 957.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Topsham?

Public schools in Topsham are operated by RSU 75/MSAD 75. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.6:1. 44.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Topsham, ME a good place to live?

Topsham, ME has a population of 6,813, a median household income of $75,801, 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 Topsham?

Topsham averages 30.1°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.0 inches with about 66.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Topsham?

Topsham, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code: 04086.

What is the population of Topsham?

The population of Topsham, Maine is 6,813 with a median age of 46.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Topsham?

Key numbers for living in Topsham: cost of living index 100 (100 = US average), median home $316,100, median household income $75,801, crime index 25 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Topsham side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.