Orono
City in Maine, United States
Overview
Orono is a picturesque university town in central Maine, known for its welcoming community, lively downtown, and a blend of collegiate energy and small-town charm. Surrounded by the Penobscot River and scenic forests, it offers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and cultural events.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Maine
Population
11,183
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
44.88°, -68.67°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,450
Local Cost
$1,640
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
88
English
100
Temperature
6.4°C
Summer Avg
18.6°C
Winter Avg
-6.8°C
Record High
35.2°C
Record Low
-35.4°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1211 mm
Internet Speed
469 Mbps
Upload
278 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
2
Parks
5
Transport
79
Walk Score
79
Footways
157.0
Airport
OLD
Distance
8 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 13 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 83/100.