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Madison, ME

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Population
2,676
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
299 ft
Median Home Value
$163,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$850/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,698
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Madison

Madison is a quiet river town in central Maine, set along the banks of the Kennebec River with the western foothills in the background. The village center serves as the local hub, home to everyday conveniences, small businesses, and the Madison Public Library on Old Point Avenue. With around 2,500 residents, it has an unhurried, small-town atmosphere, while Route 201 makes it easy to commute down to Skowhegan for larger grocery runs, dining, and medical care.

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A few minutes from downtown, the scenery opens up toward Lake Wesserunsett and the historic Lakewood community. Lakewood Theater has staged summer shows here since 1901, bringing active arts programming, a public golf course, and waterfront dining to the area during the warmer months. With its mix of river views, lake access, and friendly neighborhood streets, Madison is an appealing option for anyone wanting a practical, scenic place to settle in Somerset County.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingFewer Projected Mid-Century Days ≥95°FA+99.4rating

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