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Crime in South Portland summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in South Portland. Key points include:
There were 386 total crimes in South Portland in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in South Portland is 1,433.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in South Portland is 63.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South Portland is 1,370.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in South Portland is -32.37% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In South Portland Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
South Portland / 100k People |
Maine / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 386 | 1,433.3 | 1,242.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 17 | 63.1 | 100.1 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.3 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 5 | 18.6 | 11.0 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 10 | 37.1 | 55.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 369 | 1,370.2 | 1,142.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 22 | 81.7 | 100.1 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 316 | 1,173.4 | 961.0 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 31 | 115.1 | 81.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in South Portland summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South Portland. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maine. Key points include:
The cost of living in South Portland is 119 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South Portland is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in South Portland is $517,131.
The median income in South Portland is $86,838.
South Portland's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South Portland Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South Portland | Maine | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 119 | 99 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 101 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 150 | 92 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 103 | 100 |
| Transportation | 110 | 109 | 100 |
| Utilities | 106 | 105 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South Portland, ME Weather
The average high in South Portland is 55.4° and the average low is 38.3°.
There are 79.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 47.4 inches of precipitation each year with 62.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | South Portland |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 55.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 38.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 79.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 47.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 62.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
South Portland, ME Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About South Portland
I have lived here for over 20 years, the town is still great but the character has changed tremendously-very precious and pricey now. I couldn't afford my own neighborhood if I were buying now. Planning to move out in a few years because of it.
We like the lighthouses and beaches. About a dozen unnecessary coffee shops have opened up, which to me only highlights the tedious hipsterism that permeates the town now.
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South Portland Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South Portland
The current population in South Portland is 26,930. The population has increased 8.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26,930 | 0.6% |
| 2023 | 26,780 | 0.5% |
| 2022 | 26,656 | 0.9% |
| 2021 | 26,428 | 3.0% |
| 2020 | 25,665 | 0.5% |
| 2019 | 25,548 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 25,515 | 0.3% |
| 2017 | 25,431 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 25,397 | 0.4% |
| 2015 | 25,304 | 0.6% |
| 2014 | 25,154 | 0.3% |
| 2013 | 25,073 | 0.3% |
| 2012 | 24,997 | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 24,918 | 0.5% |
| 2010 | 24,804 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South Portland
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South Portland is:
78.9% White with 21,242 White residents.
7.1% African American with 1,925 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 47 American Indian residents.
3.4% Asian with 911 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 23 Other residents.
6.3% Two Or More with 1,700 Two Or More residents.
4.0% Hispanic with 1,082 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South Portland | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 78.9% | 89.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 7.1% | 1.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.4% | 1.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.3% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 4.0% | 2.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in South Portland
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South Portland is 53.8% female with 14,477 female residents.
South Portland is 46.2% male with 12,452 male residents.
| Gender | South Portland | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 50.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South Portland for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in South Portland completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in South Portland completed 9-12th grade.
21.0% of adults in South Portland completed high school / ged.
15.0% of adults in South Portland completed some college.
8.0% of adults in South Portland completed associate's degree.
33.0% of adults in South Portland completed bachelor's degree.
14.0% of adults in South Portland completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in South Portland completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in South Portland completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South Portland | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 30.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 15.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 14.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South Portland, Maine
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3.5% of households in South Portland earn Less than $10,000.
2.5% of households in South Portland earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.2% of households in South Portland earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.5% of households in South Portland earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.9% of households in South Portland earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.7% of households in South Portland earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.8% of households in South Portland earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.0% of households in South Portland earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.7% of households in South Portland earn $150,000 to $199,999.
10.3% of households in South Portland earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South Portland | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.5% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.5% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.2% | 7.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.5% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.9% | 11.2% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.7% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.8% | 13.0% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.0% | 18.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.7% | 9.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 10.3% | 9.4% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
