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Introduction to York, Maine
York, Maine, in York county, is 33 miles NE of Haverhill, Massachusetts and 58 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 12,854.
York History
The area was initially called Agamenticus, meaning “beyond the hill little cove.” The settlers changed the name to Bristol in 1638 after Bristol, England, their original home. York was incorporated in 1652 and became the second oldest town in Maine, following Kittery.
York and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In York
The Mount Agamenticus Park and the Harmon Park come with a range of recreational facilities. York's Wild Kingdom is also popular for its zoo and amusement park. Golf lovers can enjoy a visit to the Highland Farm Golf Club. York hosts annual festivals and events like the York Days, Maine Oyster Fest and Harvestfest.
York Transportation
Portland International Airport is nearby.
York Higher Education
There are various colleges and universities that can be attended from York, such as the University of New Hampshire, the University of New England-University Campus, Northern Essex Community College and Saint Joseph’s College.
York strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):
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| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 4% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
Comparing York to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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Detailed pages on related topics: York travel • York mortgage and property.
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Sewall's Bridge and country club house c1906.
Sewall's Bridge and country club house between 1900 and 1906
Young's Hotel from the beach c1904.
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