Quality Of Life
People who want to escape the hectic lifestyle of an urban metropolis should consider Bucksport. Here life is simple, friendly, relaxed. That doesn’t mean Bucksport people aren’t hardworking and ambitious. It’s just that we have our priorities. People come before things. Enjoying nature isn’t for just weekends; it’s a daily occurrence. And we’re never in too much of a hurry to root for the local football team or help a neighbor start their car.

Perhaps because of this relaxed pace and friendly attitude, in 1999 Maine was rated the best state in the nation in which to raise a child, according to the Children’s Rights Council of Washington DC.

Bucksport’s school system and child-friendly attractions make the town a good option for adults and children alike.

From a business standpoint, a glance down Bucksport’s list of licensed businesses gives a sense of the relaxed, wholesome quality of life we enjoy. Yes, we have all the "staples": banking, lodging, restaurants, clothing stores, a grocery market, a bookstore, a theatre, even a McDonald’s. But you’ll also see businesses you don’t see everywhere. A saw shop. A vintage film library. An auctioneer. Farm stands. A lobster co-op.