Standish Public RecordsMaine

As of the 2020 Census, Standish city in Cumberland County, ME, had a population of approximately 10,244. The median age was about 41 years. Females comprised 50.4% of the population, and males 49.6%. Racially, Standish was 96.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.4% Native American, and 1.7% two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents made up about 1.2% of the population.

Standish, Cumberland, ME, features a homeownership rate of approximately 85%, with median home values near $368,000 (2023). The rental vacancy rate is below 3%, with median rents around $1,500/month. Housing stock includes mainly single-family homes, with some lakefront properties and rural neighborhoods like Steep Falls and Sebago Lake Village. Property values have risen by about 7% year-over-year. Property tax rates average 1.20% of assessed value. Neighborhoods offer a mix of wooded lots and suburban settings, appealing to both families and retirees.

Standish, in Cumberland County, ME, is served primarily by MSAD 6, with Bonny Eagle High School enrolling about 1,200 students and scoring 5/10 on GreatSchools. The area has approximately 7 public schools, and 29% of adults hold at least a bachelor’s degree. School safety measures are robust, with regular drills and resource officers. Bonny Eagle offers AP courses, vocational programs, and extracurricular activities. Adult education is available through MSAD 6 Adult Education, serving over 300 adult learners annually.

Transportation in Standish, Cumberland, ME, is predominantly car-dependent, with about 90% of residents commuting by personal vehicle and less than 1% using public transit. The average commute time is approximately 31 minutes, slightly above the national average. Public transportation options are limited, with no direct METRO bus service in town. Most households (over 95%) own at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs include nearby cities like Portland (17 miles away) and Westbrook. Local roads, Route 25, and proximity to I-95 connect Standish residents to job centers, reflecting the area's reliance on private vehicles for commuting.

Standish, Cumberland, ME lacks its own hospital, with residents primarily relying on nearby facilities such as Maine Medical Center in Portland and Mercy Hospital in Westbrook. Local options include Standish Family Medicine and several small clinics. The uninsured rate in Cumberland County is about 6.2%, and approximately 94% of residents have health coverage. Patient demographics skew older, with 17% over age 65. Common health concerns include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. The town is served by a mix of primary care providers and nurse practitioners, with about 2.5 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents in the region.