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Jackson, Maine, in Waldo county, is 86 miles NE of Portland, Maine (center to center) and 183 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is considered part of the Bangor metropolitan area. Jackson has a population of 506.
In Jackson, about 58% of adults are married.
Interestingly, Jackson is known for having more men than similar towns.
In 2000, Jackson had a median family income of $38,571. An unusual characteristic of Jackson is the share of people in it who work at home.
In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Jackson ($1,500). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
About 90% of housing units in Jackson are owner-occupied. Housing in the town tends to be newer construction. Homeowners in Jackson benefit from lower real estate taxes than most other towns in Maine.
In Jackson, 88% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Jackson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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| Working at Home | | |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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