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Introduction to Camden, Maine
Camden, Maine, in Knox county, is 70 miles NE of Portland, Maine and 162 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 5,254.
Camden History
Camden was originally inhabited by the Penobscot Abenaki Indians. They referred the area as Megunticook. James Richards first settled it this area in 1771. It was incorporated on February 17, 1791. The town was named in the honor of Charles Pratt, the Earl of Camden. The town grew rapidly in the mid 1800s.
Camden and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Camden
Camden is home to Knox Mill Museum, the Camden-Rockport Historical Museum, Mary Meeker Cramer Museum and Conway House Museum. Skiing can be enjoyed at the Camden Snow Bowl. The Camden Hills State Park is also ideal for a day trip. Shopping can be enjoyed at the Highland Mill Mall. A number of concerts are also performed at the Camden Civic Theater.
Camden Transportation
Air transportation is available from Bangor International Airport.
Camden Higher Education
The University of Maine at Augusta, the University of Maine at Farmington, Saint Joseph’s College and several other universities and colleges provide facilities for higher education.
Camden strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):
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| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 2% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Camden to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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