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Damariscotta
City in Maine, United States
Overview
Damariscotta is a charming small town on Maine's midcoast, renowned for its scenic river, lively arts scene, and outstanding local seafood, especially oysters. Visitors enjoy a blend of historic architecture, boutique shopping, and access to natural preserves.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Maine
Population
2,297
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
44.03°, -69.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
93
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,490
Local Cost
$1,545
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
7.8°C
Summer Avg
17.6°C
Winter Avg
-2.4°C
Record High
30.4°C
Record Low
-22.4°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1300 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
10.0
Airport
ISS
Distance
17 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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