Maine

Key Details

• As of 2023, Maine has a population of 1,395,722 residents.
• There are 728,815 housing units in Maine, with 73.5% of housing units occupied by their owners.
• 94.1% of Maine residents older than 25 years have completed high school, while 34.1% within the same age have a bachelor's degree or higher.
• The 2024 Governor of Maine is Janet T. Mills of the Democratic Party.
• The median household income in the state is $68,251, below the national average.
• Life expectancy at birth is 78.3 years.

Maine Population Demographics

Maine is one of the least densely populated states, with a population of 1.395,722. Maine's demographic predominantly consists of whites, who make up 93.7% of the population,

The state has a lower percentage of African American, Asian, and Native American residents than the national average, at 2.1%, 1.4%, and 0.7%, respectively.

Maine reflects a fairly balanced demographic profile in terms of gender split. Females outnumber males at 50.7%, slightly higher than the national average of 50.5% but consistent with national trends. Males constitute 49.3% of the population. Persons above 65 years make up 23% of Maine's population, while persons under 18 account for 17.8%.

As of 2022, the immigrant population in the Pine Tree State is 51,907, accounting for 3.8% of Maine's population.

Elections and Voting

Although Maine has two main political parties, the Democratic and Republican parties, the state has elected independent candidates. In 1995, Angus King was elected under the Independent platform. He is Maine's last non-party-affiliated governor.

Maine's governor is Janet T. Mills, a Democrat. Maine has a democratic trifecta, with the Democrats controlling the governor's office and both chambers of the state legislature.

There are 35 seats in the upper chamber, with the Democrats having 22 seats in the state senate. In the lower chamber, there are 151 House of Representative seats, with 79 held by Democrats, 67 by Republicans, and one by the Independent Party.

At the national level, Maine voters tend to favor the Democrats. Since the 1992 election, Maine has voted in favor of the Blue Party with over 60%.

Housing, Income, and Employment

There are 758,815 housing units in Maine, with around 126,000 of these housing units vacant. The state consists of 2-3 persons per household, consistent with the national average.

Maine's housing market offers a range of prices across tiers. Low-tier homes typically cost up to $250,000, mid-tier homes at $350,000, and high-tier homes above $400,000.

The median household income in 2022 was $68,251. With the median home prices above $200,000, many residents find it challenging to afford home ownership. Therefore, renting has become a significant aspect of Maine's housing culture. The median monthly rent in Maine is $1,009. However, renters face challenges such as rising rental prices and the availability of rental units.

Maine's unemployment rate for 2022 is 3.5%, below the national average. Despite a relatively low unemployment rate, Maine faces challenges such as an aging workforce, skills gaps, and an inability to attract young professionals.

Maine Crime Rates

Maine's violent crime rate dropped slightly from 113 crimes per 100,000 persons in 2021 to 103 incidents per 100,000 in 2022. These ratios are significantly lower than the national averages for both years.

There were 1,361 incidences of violent crimes reported in the state in 2022. Aggravated assaults accounted for 56% of violent crimes. 32% of violent crimes were rapes, 10% robberies, and 2% for homicide offenses.

Property crime in Maine slightly increased between 2021 and 2022, from 1134 per 100,000 residents to 1,213 incidents per 100,000 persons. Even with the increase in property crimes, property crime is significantly lower than the national average of 1832 incidents per 100,000 in 2021 and 1,954 per 100,000 in 2022.

Cumberland County, Maine's largest city, has the highest crime rate. Despite this, its crime rate is lower than the national average by 92 incidents per 100,000. Aroostook County ranks as the county with the lowest crime rate in Maine. Its average is also relatively lower than state and national averages.

How to Find People in Maine

Online platforms and resources make it possible to locate a relative, reconnect with an old friend, or verify someone's background. Social media, online search tools, and public records have made finding people in Maine easier.

To reconnect with friends and family, use Facebook or Twitter. LinkedIn is ideal for finding colleagues, business associates, or potential employers. You can use online search websites to access the personal contact details of relatives and associates. Also, public records, such as court, vital, and property records, are a treasure trove of information accessible through government websites and databases.

These platforms go beyond providing a person's address. They also reveal employment history, educational background, academic achievement, relationship status, publications, and associates and contacts.

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