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Northport, ME


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Northport, Maine

Northport, Maine, in Waldo county, is 79 miles NE of Portland, Maine (center to center) and 172 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Bangor metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Northport is home to some 1,331 residents.

The People and Families of Northport

In Northport, about 59% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Northport had a median family income of $45,000. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Northport.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($3,200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Northport. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Northport Housing

According to the 2000 census, 85% of the housing in Northport was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations.

Commuting

In Northport, 89% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Northport.

High Points

Northport strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Northport College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 14%Northport Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Northport Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 19%Northport Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Northport, ME

Comparing Northport to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Women89
Well-Paid Single Men89
Male Share of the Population74
Senior Citizens57
Female Share of the Population57
Racial Diversity37
Children Under 5 Years Old35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married63
Average Household Size43

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults99
Median Family Income77
People in Middle Class or Better67
People Above Poverty56

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home97
Public Transportation Use99
Short Commute Times88
Walking and Biking to Work33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Housing Recently Built86
People Living Alone57
Affordability of Property Taxes34
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals34
Affordability of Rents34
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