Androscoggin County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Androscoggin County, ME, has a population of approximately 111,139. The demographic breakdown includes about 89.8% White, 3.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.8% Asian, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up 2.3% of the population. The county has a median household income of around $53,495 and a median age of 42.4 years.

As of recent data, Androscoggin County, ME, has a median home price of approximately $250,000. The median monthly rent hovers around $1,200. Homeownership rate stands at about 66%, while rental occupancy is 34%. The county has seen a 6% annual increase in home prices and a 3% increase in rental costs. The average household size is 2.4 persons. Housing inventory is tight, with an average of 1.5 months of supply available. The vacancy rate for rental properties is around 5%, indicating a competitive market.

As of the most recent data, Androscoggin County, Maine, holds elections for various local, state, and federal positions. This includes elections for County Commissioners, District Attorney, State Senators, State Representatives, and municipal offices. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden received 27,679 votes (50.3%) compared to Donald Trump's 26,317 votes (47.8%) in Androscoggin County.

In the 2022 Maine State Senate elections, candidates in District 20 included Democrat Ned Claxton and Republican Eric Brakey. For the Maine House of Representatives, multiple districts (such as Districts 58-64) have their own candidates; these vary by election cycle.

Voter turnout varies but generally ranges from 55% to 75% in presidential election years. For the most accurate and current information, always refer to the Androscoggin County official website or the Maine Secretary of State's site.

As of the most recent data, approximately 89% of Androscoggin County, ME residents over the age of 25 have a high school diploma or higher, which is slightly below the national average of around 90%. Approximately 21% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 33% and the state of Maine's average of roughly 30%. The county falls short in higher education attainment relative to both the national and state averages, indicating a potential area for educational improvement.

As of the most recent data, Androscoggin County, ME, reports an employment rate of approximately 3.5%. The region's labor force participation rate is around 63.0%.

Top industries:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance: Employs about 22% of the workforce.
2. Manufacturing: Accounts for roughly 14%.
3. Retail Trade: Engages about 12%.
4. Educational Services: Constitutes 10%.

Comparatively, Maine’s overall healthcare sector similarly dominates, though manufacturing's share is slightly higher in Androscoggin County. Nationally, healthcare leads, but tech and professional services are more substantial than in Androscoggin. The national unemployment rate is around 3.7%, close to the county’s figure. Labor force participation is a bit lower in Androscoggin County compared to the national average of about 63.4%, indicating a similar but slightly less active employment landscape.

As of the latest data, Androscoggin County, Maine, has a median household income of approximately $51,000. This figure is somewhat lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the state of Maine's median household income, which is approximately $58,900.

These figures indicate that Androscoggin County lags behind both the state and national averages, reflecting potential economic challenges faced by residents in the area.

As of the latest data, Androscoggin County, Maine, has a total crime rate of approximately 22.79 per 1,000 residents annually. The violent crime rate stands at about 2.54 per 1,000 residents, whereas property crimes are more common with a rate of 20.25 per 1,000 residents.

Violent Crimes Breakdown:

• Homicide: 0.02
• Assault: 1.21
• Robbery: 0.31
• Rape: 1.00

Property Crimes Breakdown:

• Burglary: 3.75
• Larceny: 14.25
• Motor Vehicle Theft: 2.25

These statistics provide a snapshot of the crime landscape in Androscoggin County, noting a higher prevalence of property crimes compared to violent crimes.