Gardiner Public RecordsMaine

Gardiner city, Kennebec County, ME, has a population of approximately 5,600. The median age is around 44 years, with about 49% male and 51% female residents. The racial composition is predominantly White (over 94%), with small minorities including Black or African American (about 1%), Asian (less than 1%), and Hispanic or Latino (just over 1%). Other races and multiracial individuals account for the remainder.

Gardiner, located in Kennebec County, ME, has a median home value of approximately $230,000 as of 2024, with homeownership around 62% and median gross rent near $900/month. The city sees steady property value growth, with modest annual increases of 3-5%. Housing consists mainly of historic single-family homes, duplexes, and apartments, especially in neighborhoods like the Downtown Historic District and South Gardiner. Property taxes average 1.23% of assessed value, translating to about $2,800 per year for a median-priced home. Gardiner offers an affordable alternative to larger nearby cities, attracting both families and young professionals.

Gardiner, Kennebec, ME, features Gardiner Area High School, serving grades 9-12 with around 500 students. The graduation rate is approximately 88%, and about 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The city has four public schools in the MSAD 11 district, all rated around 5-6/10 by GreatSchools. Adult education is available through MSAD 11 Adult Education, offering diploma and workforce programs. Safety measures include secure entrances and resource officers. Educational programs encompass STEM, arts, and AP courses, supporting diverse learning needs in the community.

Gardiner, Kennebec, ME, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation, with about 89% of residents driving alone to work. Public transit usage is low, under 1%. The average commute time is approximately 25 minutes. The city features access to I-95 and U.S. Route 201, supporting regional connectivity. Around 6% of households lack vehicle access. Major employment hubs include Gardiner’s downtown, Augusta (the state capital, 7 miles north), and local healthcare and manufacturing centers, with many residents commuting to nearby cities for work.

Gardiner, located in Kennebec County, ME, relies primarily on MaineGeneral Medical Center in nearby Augusta (roughly 7 miles away) for hospital services, as Gardiner itself has no hospitals; local care is supplemented by clinics like Gardiner Family Medicine. Kennebec County reports about 9 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents. Around 92% of county residents have health insurance. The population skews older, with 20% over age 65. Common health issues include chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes. Access to mental health providers stands at about 220 per 100,000 population, nearing state averages for access and coverage.