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Penobscot, ME


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Penobscot, Maine

Penobscot, Maine, in Hancock county, is 94 miles NE of Portland, Maine (center to center) and 187 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. The town contains a population of approximately 1,344.

The People and Families of Penobscot

In Penobscot, about 60% of adults are married.

Penobscot boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Penobscot had a median family income of $42,368. Interestingly, lots of people in Penobscot have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Penobscot favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $3,000. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the town.

Penobscot Housing

Penobscot has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 86% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the town are newer than those found in most places.

Commuting

In Penobscot, 87% of commuters drive to work. In Penobscot, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 6%Penobscot Public Transportation Use
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Penobscot College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Penobscot, ME

Comparing Penobscot 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 Population1010
Senior Citizens910
Male Share of the Population74
Well-Paid Single Men67
Well-Paid Single Women56
Female Share of the Population57
Racial Diversity25
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults98
People Above Poverty78
People in Middle Class or Better77
Median Family Income66

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home108
Public Transportation Use910
Short Commute Times56
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing107
Housing Recently Built96
Affordability of Property Taxes57
People Living Alone46
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals34
Affordability of Rents22
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