Best Counties for Families in Maine 2026
16 counties ranked with the Family lens of the County Fit Score.
All 16 Family-Ranked Counties in Maine
| Rank | County | County Fit Score | baseline CountyScore | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waldo County, ME | 59.9 | 53.9 | +6 |
| 2 | Sagadahoc County, ME | 59.2 | 54.7 | +4.5 |
| 3 | Knox County, ME | 58.9 | 50.5 | +8.4 |
| 4 | Franklin County, ME | 57.6 | 54.8 | +2.8 |
| 5 | Lincoln County, ME | 57.5 | 54.2 | +3.3 |
| 6 | Hancock County, ME | 55.7 | 51.2 | +4.5 |
| 7 | Washington County, ME | 55.6 | 52.8 | +2.8 |
| 8 | Cumberland County, ME | 54.7 | 47.4 | +7.3 |
| 9 | York County, ME | 52 | 46.8 | +5.2 |
| 10 | Aroostook County, ME | 50.2 | 48.7 | +1.5 |
| 11 | Piscataquis County, ME | 48.2 | 49.7 | -1.5 |
| 12 | Oxford County, ME | 46.1 | 45.3 | +0.8 |
| 13 | Somerset County, ME | 43.1 | 41.3 | +1.8 |
| 14 | Kennebec County, ME | 42.4 | 40.2 | +2.2 |
| 15 | Penobscot County, ME | 41.4 | 38.7 | +2.7 |
| 16 | Androscoggin County, ME | 40.8 | 38.2 | +2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best county for families in Maine?
Based on the Family lens, Waldo County ranks as the top family county in Maine with a County Fit Score of 59.9. The baseline CountyScore remains visible for context.
How many counties in Maine are ranked for families?
We rank 16 counties in Maine with the Family lens, using independent importance values for schools, safety, affordability, health, income, taxes, and disaster risk.
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Data: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, FBI UCR, CDC, FEMA NRI, NCES, EPA SDWIS, 2019-2023 ACS — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.