Calais, ME

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Calais Overview

3,078
TOTAL POPULATION
1,475
MALE POPULATION
1,603
FEMALE POPULATION
92.01
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,378
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,394
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,482
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Calais Zip Codes

Calais Area Codes

Race in Calais

The most populous races in Calais are White / Caucasian (2,887 | 93.8%), Black / African American (75 | 2.4%), and Two or more Races (55 | 1.8%).
Race in Calais
Race# Population% Population
Asian150.5%
Black / African American752.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino421.4%
Native / Alaskan280.9%
White / Caucasian2,88793.8%
Two or more Races551.8%
Some other Race180.6%
Total3,078100.0%

Ancestry in Calais

The most populous ancestries reported in Calais are English (799 | 26.0%), Irish (368 | 12.0%), German (247 | 8.0%), French (160 | 5.2%), and Scottish (158 | 5.1%), together accounting for 56.3% of all Calais residents.
Ancestry in Calais
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1464.7%
Arab220.7%
Austrian100.3%
Belgian20.1%
British100.3%
Canadian1153.7%
Cherokee10.0%
Croatian100.3%
Cuban130.4%
Dutch150.5%
English79926.0%
European882.9%
French1605.2%
French American Indian100.3%
French Canadian682.2%
German2478.0%
Indian (Asian)10.0%
Irish36812.0%
Italian862.8%
Korean60.2%
Lebanese120.4%
Norwegian40.1%
Peruvian290.9%
Polish210.7%
Portuguese120.4%
Russian391.3%
Scandinavian20.1%
Scotch-Irish371.2%
Scottish1585.1%
Somali30.1%
South American290.9%
Sri Lankan80.3%
Subsaharan African30.1%
Swedish431.4%
Welsh471.5%
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Immigrants in Calais

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Calais came from Canada (136 | 4.4%), Latin America (31 | 1.0%), Europe (28 | 0.9%), South America (18 | 0.6%), and Asia (14 | 0.4%), together accounting for 7.4% of all Calais residents.
Immigrants in Calais
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa30.1%
Asia140.4%
Canada1364.4%
Caribbean130.4%
Cuba130.4%
Eastern Africa30.1%
Eastern Europe120.4%
England90.3%
Europe280.9%
Germany70.2%
Latin America311.0%
Northern Europe90.3%
Philippines60.2%
Russia120.4%
Somalia30.1%
South America180.6%
South Eastern Asia140.4%
Vietnam80.3%
Western Europe70.2%
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Sex and Age in Calais

Sex and Age in Calais

The most populous age groups in Calais are 25 to 29 Years (144 | 9.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (160 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Calais
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (7.2%)104 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years29 (2.0%)24 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Years45 (3.0%)28 (1.8%)
15 to 19 Years129 (8.7%)76 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Years61 (4.1%)80 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years144 (9.8%)74 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years74 (5.0%)91 (5.7%)
35 to 39 Years69 (4.7%)144 (9.0%)
40 to 44 Years25 (1.7%)73 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years135 (9.1%)33 (2.1%)
50 to 54 Years88 (6.0%)138 (8.6%)
55 to 59 Years52 (3.5%)105 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years115 (7.8%)160 (10.0%)
65 to 69 Years64 (4.3%)101 (6.3%)
70 to 74 Years139 (9.4%)89 (5.6%)
75 to 79 Years135 (9.1%)90 (5.6%)
80 to 84 Years54 (3.7%)53 (3.3%)
85 Years and over11 (0.7%)140 (8.7%)
Total1,475 (100.0%)1,603 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Calais

Median Family Size in Calais

The median family size in Calais is 2.36 persons per family, with single female/mother families (147 | 16.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.66 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (122 | 13.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.94 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Calais
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple621 (69.8%)2.37
Single Male/Father122 (13.7%)1.94
Single Female/Mother147 (16.5%)2.66
Total Families890 (100.0%)2.36

Median Household Size in Calais

The median household size in Calais is 1.84 persons per household, with single female/mother households (147 | 9.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (705 | 44.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Calais
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple621 (38.9%)2.37
Single Male/Father122 (7.6%)2.19
Single Female/Mother147 (9.2%)3.12
Non-family705 (44.2%)1.05
Total Households1,595 (100.0%)1.84

Household Size by Marriage Status in Calais

Out of a total of 1,595 households in Calais, 890 (55.8%) are family households, while 705 (44.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 571, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 671.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Calais
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-671 (42.1%)
2-Person Households571 (35.8%)34 (2.1%)
3-Person Households223 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households47 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households24 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households11 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households14 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total890 (55.8%)705 (44.2%)

Female Fertility in Calais

Fertility by Age in Calais

Average fertility rate in Calais is 95.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 249.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Calais
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years61 (100.0%)249.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total61 (100.0%)95.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Calais

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Calais
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Calais

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Calais
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma38 (62.3%)204.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree23 (37.7%)418.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total61 (100.0%)95.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Calais

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Calais
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Calais

Income Overview in Calais

Per Capita Income in Calais is $32,378, while median incomes of families and households are $74,394 and $45,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,078$32,378
Median Family Income890$74,394
Mean Family Income890$82,964
Median Household Income1,595$45,250
Mean Household Income1,595$62,356
Income Deficit890$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,07835.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,07864.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0780.45

Earnings by Sex in Calais

Average Earnings in Calais are $34,535, $45,486 for men and $29,167 for women, a difference of 35.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Calais
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male706 (47.1%)$45,486
Female792 (52.9%)$29,167
Total1,498 (100.0%)$34,535

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Calais

The most common earnings brackets in Calais are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (113 | 16.0%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (71 | 9.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Calais
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less66 (9.3%)16 (2.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99916 (2.3%)63 (8.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49913 (1.8%)26 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99913 (1.8%)43 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49930 (4.3%)26 (3.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (0.4%)9 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49911 (1.6%)18 (2.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)68 (8.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (1.0%)30 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (0.1%)59 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99958 (8.2%)47 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99971 (10.1%)71 (9.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99938 (5.4%)45 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99919 (2.7%)41 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99936 (5.1%)19 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (1.0%)11 (1.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99928 (4.0%)47 (5.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999113 (16.0%)19 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99994 (13.3%)64 (8.1%)
$100,000+82 (11.6%)70 (8.8%)
Total706 (100.0%)792 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Calais

Average earnings in Calais are $62,583 for men and $32,870 for women, a difference of 47.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,536, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $33,690. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,872, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,640.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Calais
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$56,058$19,640
College or Associate's Degree$33,690$32,885
Bachelor's Degree$75,536$46,842
Graduate Degree--
Total$62,583$32,870

Family Income in Calais

Family Income Brackets in Calais

According to the Calais family income data, there are 165 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Calais
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99910511.8%
$15,000 to $24,99991.0%
$25,000 to $34,999313.5%
$35,000 to $49,99916118.1%
$50,000 to $74,99914716.5%
$75,000 to $99,99916518.5%
$100,000 to $149,99913314.9%
$150,000 to $199,9999510.7%
$200,000+444.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Calais

3-person families (149 | 16.7%) account for the highest median family income in Calais with $133,850 per family, while 3-person families (149 | 16.7%) have the highest median income of $44,617 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Calais
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families645 (72.5%)$68,615
3-Person Families149 (16.7%)$133,850
4-Person Families47 (5.3%)$0
5-Person Families38 (4.3%)$0
6-Person Families11 (1.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total890 (100.0%)$74,394

Family Income by Number of Earners in Calais

The median family income in Calais is $74,394, with families comprising 3+ earners (69) having the highest median family income of $141,250, while families with no earners (185) have the lowest median family income of $49,583, accounting for 7.7% and 20.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Calais
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners185 (20.8%)$49,583
1 Earner406 (45.6%)$73,409
2 Earners230 (25.8%)$98,958
3+ Earners69 (7.7%)$141,250
Total890 (100.0%)$74,394

Household Income in Calais

Household Income Brackets in Calais

With 246 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Calais, accounting for 15.4% of all households. In contrast, only 33 households (2.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Calais
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000332.1%
$10,000 to $14,99924615.4%
$15,000 to $24,99918711.7%
$25,000 to $34,99918711.7%
$35,000 to $49,99923114.5%
$50,000 to $74,99924115.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991529.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991479.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991288.0%
$200,000+452.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Calais

The median household income in Calais is $45,250, with the highest median household income of $66,696 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 567 households (35.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 57 households (3.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Calais
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years57 (3.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years346 (21.7%)$58,305
45 to 64 Years567 (35.5%)$66,696
65+ Years625 (39.2%)$28,016
Total1,595 (100.0%)$45,250

Poverty in Calais

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Calais

With 10.3% poverty level for males and 21.6% for females among the residents of Calais, 25 to 34 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 76 males (35.8%) and 70 females (67.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Calais
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)70 (67.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)12 (50.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (14.7%)47 (43.5%)
25 to 34 Years76 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (2.1%)20 (9.2%)
45 to 54 Years11 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years17 (10.2%)68 (25.7%)
65 to 74 Years12 (6.0%)23 (12.2%)
75 Years and over17 (8.6%)97 (37.3%)
Total145 (10.3%)337 (21.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Calais

According to the poverty statistics in Calais, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Calais
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (100.0%)34 (32.7%)
5 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years43 (100.0%)12 (50.0%)
12 to 14 Years12 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years58 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years58 (85.3%)61 (56.5%)
25 to 34 Years136 (64.1%)165 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years92 (97.9%)197 (90.8%)
45 to 54 Years206 (94.9%)171 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years150 (89.8%)197 (74.3%)
65 to 74 Years189 (94.0%)165 (87.8%)
75 Years and over181 (91.4%)163 (62.7%)
Total1,259 (89.7%)1,222 (78.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Calais

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Calais show that 4.2% or 26 of the total 621 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 26 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Calais
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children441 (94.4%)26 (5.6%)
1 or 2 Children142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total595 (95.8%)26 (4.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Calais

According to the poverty data in Calais, 50.0% or 61 single-father households and 18.4% or 27 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (59.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (24.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Calais
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children61 (59.2%)27 (24.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (50.0%)27 (18.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Calais

The poverty data for Calais shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 88 of the single-parent households (32.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 household (40.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Calais
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children26 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)88 (40.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (4.2%)88 (32.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Calais

Employment by Class of Employer in Calais

Among the 1,284 employed individuals in Calais, private company employees (776 | 60.4%), not-for-profit organizations (201 | 15.7%), and federal government employees (138 | 10.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Calais
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees77660.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)171.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)503.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations20115.7%
Local Government Employees786.1%
State Government Employees241.9%
Federal Government Employees13810.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,284100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Calais

According to the labor force statistics for Calais, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,724), 54.4% or 1,482 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.8% or 145 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 93.6% or 291 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 82.2% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Calais
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years73 (39.0%)12 (16.4%)
20 to 24 Years99 (70.2%)3 (3.0%)
25 to 29 Years199 (91.3%)73 (36.7%)
30 to 34 Years154 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years291 (93.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years358 (90.9%)11 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years78 (49.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years133 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years52 (13.2%)9 (17.3%)
75 Years and over45 (9.3%)37 (82.2%)
Total1,482 (54.4%)145 (9.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Calais

According to labor force statistics for Calais, 79.8% of individuals (1,213) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,520) are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 84 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 84.1% or 512 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.9% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Calais
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School61 (59.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma359 (76.5%)15 (3.3%)
College / Associate Degree512 (84.1%)72 (11.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher281 (82.6%)13 (3.9%)
Total1,213 (79.8%)105 (6.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Calais

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Calais are Community & Social Service (179 | 13.4%), Management (157 | 11.7%), Education, Arts & Media (102 | 7.6%), Business & Financial (78 | 5.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (56 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Calais

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Calais, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (96.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Calais
OccupationMaleFemale
Management89 (56.7%)68 (43.3%)
Business & Financial25 (32.1%)53 (67.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science54 (96.4%)2 (3.6%)
Computers & Mathematics29 (93.5%)2 (6.5%)
Architecture & Engineering25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 25 (14.0%)154 (86.0%)
Education, Arts & Media12 (11.8%)90 (88.2%)
Legal Services & Support13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)193 (38.7%)306 (61.3%)
Total (Overall)566 (42.3%)771 (57.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Calais are Healthcare Support (88 | 6.6%), Security & Protection (83 | 6.2%), Law Enforcement (83 | 6.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (82 | 6.1%), and Personal Care & Service (42 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Calais

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Calais, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (85.5%), Law Enforcement (85.5%), and Personal Care & Service (61.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Calais
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Security & Protection71 (85.5%)12 (14.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement71 (85.5%)12 (14.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving36 (43.9%)46 (56.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service26 (61.9%)16 (38.1%)
Total (Category)133 (43.5%)173 (56.5%)
Total (Overall)566 (42.3%)771 (57.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Calais are Sales & Related (214 | 16.0%), and Office & Administration (127 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Calais

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Calais
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related49 (22.9%)165 (77.1%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)127 (100.0%)
Total (Category)49 (14.4%)292 (85.6%)
Total (Overall)566 (42.3%)771 (57.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Calais are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (51 | 3.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (21 | 1.6%), and Construction & Extraction (18 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Calais

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Calais
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)566 (42.3%)771 (57.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Calais are Production (79 | 5.9%), Transportation (15 | 1.1%), and Material Moving (7 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Calais

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Calais
OccupationMaleFemale
Production79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)566 (42.3%)771 (57.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Calais

Employment Industries in Calais

The major employment industries in Calais include Health Care & Social Assistance (356 | 26.6%), Retail Trade (234 | 17.5%), Public Administration (151 | 11.3%), Construction (135 | 10.1%), and Educational Services (92 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Calais

Employment Industries by Sex in Calais

The Calais industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Calais
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting21 (72.4%)8 (27.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction69 (51.1%)66 (48.9%)
Manufacturing42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade56 (23.9%)178 (76.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Utilities29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information19 (61.3%)12 (38.7%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Educational Services10 (10.9%)82 (89.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance57 (16.0%)299 (84.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Public Administration109 (72.2%)42 (27.8%)
Total566 (42.3%)771 (57.7%)

Education in Calais

School Enrollment in Calais

The most common levels of schooling among the 474 students in Calais are high school (164 | 34.6%), college / undergraduate (138 | 29.1%), and nursery / preschool (63 | 13.3%).
School Enrollment in Calais
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6313.3%
Kindergarten245.1%
Elementary School439.1%
Middle School306.3%
High School16434.6%
College / Undergraduate13829.1%
Graduate / Professional122.5%
Total474100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Calais

Out of a total of 474 students who are enrolled in schools in Calais, 41 (8.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 433 (91.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (34.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 57 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Calais
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds63 (86.3%)10 (13.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds94 (95.9%)4 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds31 (66.0%)16 (34.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over24 (68.6%)11 (31.4%)
Total433 (91.4%)41 (8.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Calais

Social sciences (84 | 14.7%), science & technology (79 | 13.8%), arts & humanities (68 | 11.9%), business (64 | 11.2%), and literature & languages (64 | 11.2%) are the most common fields of study among 571 individuals in Calais who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Calais
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural122.1%
Physical & Health Sciences20.4%
Psychology295.1%
Social Sciences8414.7%
Engineering213.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies234.0%
Science & Technology7913.8%
Business6411.2%
Education529.1%
Literature & Languages6411.2%
Liberal Arts & History305.2%
Visual & Performing Arts437.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities6811.9%
Total571100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Calais

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Calais

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Calais are males with 2 vehicles (286, accounting for 52.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (313, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Calais
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle97 (17.8%)238 (33.2%)
2 Vehicles286 (52.5%)313 (43.6%)
3 Vehicles104 (19.1%)49 (6.8%)
4 Vehicles58 (10.6%)118 (16.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total545 (100.0%)718 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Calais

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Calais are less than 5 minutes (303 commuters, 23.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (291 commuters, 23.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (285 commuters, 22.5%).
Commute Time in Calais
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes30323.9%
5 to 9 Minutes29123.0%
10 to 14 Minutes28522.5%
15 to 19 Minutes524.1%
20 to 24 Minutes735.8%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1219.6%
35 to 39 Minutes110.9%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes695.4%
60 to 89 Minutes131.0%
90 or more Minutes473.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Calais

The most common commute times in Calais are 5 to 9 minutes (154 commuters, 28.1%) for males and less than 5 minutes (217 commuters, 30.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Calais
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes86 (15.7%)217 (30.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes154 (28.1%)137 (19.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes89 (16.2%)196 (27.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes14 (2.5%)38 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes31 (5.7%)42 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes100 (18.2%)21 (2.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes37 (6.8%)32 (4.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes13 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes24 (4.4%)23 (3.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Calais

The most frequent times of departure to work in Calais are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (112, 20.4%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (191, 26.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Calais
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM79 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM72 (13.1%)18 (2.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM44 (8.0%)13 (1.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM25 (4.6%)191 (26.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM34 (6.2%)134 (18.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM112 (20.4%)118 (16.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)70 (9.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (0.5%)16 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM21 (3.8%)74 (10.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM28 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (2.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM97 (17.7%)42 (5.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM33 (6.0%)24 (3.4%)
Total548 (100.0%)717 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Calais

Occupancy by Ownership in Calais

Of the total 1,595 dwellings in Calais, owner-occupied units account for 1,046 (65.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 549 (34.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Calais
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,04665.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units54934.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,595100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Calais

Occupancy by Household Size in Calais
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household67142.1%
2-Person Household60537.9%
3-Person Household22314.0%
4+ Person Household966.0%
Total Housing Units1,595100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Calais

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Calais
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household318 (47.4%)353 (52.6%)
2-Person Household474 (78.3%)131 (21.6%)
3-Person Household184 (82.5%)39 (17.5%)
4+ Person Household70 (72.9%)26 (27.1%)
Total Housing Units1,046 (65.6%)549 (34.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Calais

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Calais
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School61 (33.7%)120 (66.3%)
High School Diploma294 (58.1%)212 (41.9%)
College/Associate Degree444 (80.0%)111 (20.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher247 (70.0%)106 (30.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Calais

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Calais
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20412.8%
35 to 44 Years19912.5%
45 to 54 Years27417.2%
55 to 64 Years29318.4%
65 to 74 Years24115.1%
75 to 84 Years27317.1%
85 Years and Over1117.0%
Total1,595100.0%

Housing Finances in Calais

Median Income by Occupancy in Calais

Median Income by Occupancy in Calais
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,046 (65.6%)$56,552
Renter-Occupied549 (34.4%)$28,668
Average1,595 (100.0%)$45,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Calais

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Calais
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (1.1%)11 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999142 (13.6%)104 (18.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99911 (1.1%)41 (7.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99977 (7.4%)58 (10.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99948 (4.6%)138 (25.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999164 (15.7%)68 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999156 (14.9%)85 (15.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999131 (12.5%)20 (3.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999123 (11.8%)24 (4.4%)
$150,000 or more172 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,046 (100.0%)549 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Calais

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Calais
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30086 (8.2%)22 (4.0%)
$300 to $49987 (8.3%)104 (18.9%)
$500 to $799348 (33.3%)171 (31.1%)
$800 to $999185 (17.7%)116 (21.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499149 (14.2%)136 (24.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999133 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49927 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9999 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more22 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,046 (100.0%)549 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Calais

Housing Structures in Calais

Housing Structures in Calais
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,02264.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments644.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments22013.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments885.5%
10 or more Apartments352.2%
Mobile Home / Other16610.4%
Total1,595100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Calais

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Calais
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached920 (90.0%)102 (10.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments10 (15.6%)54 (84.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)220 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other116 (69.9%)50 (30.1%)
Total1,046 (65.6%)549 (34.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Calais

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Calais
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms32 (3.1%)116 (21.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms345 (33.0%)295 (53.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms323 (30.9%)113 (20.6%)
8 or more Rooms346 (33.1%)25 (4.5%)
Total1,046 (100.0%)549 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Calais

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Calais
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas260 (24.9%)57 (10.4%)
Electricity21 (2.0%)127 (23.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene646 (61.8%)365 (66.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels119 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,046 (100.0%)549 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Calais

Household Vehicle Usage in Calais
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle22 (2.1%)115 (20.9%)
1 Vehicle375 (35.8%)381 (69.4%)
2 Vehicles451 (43.1%)29 (5.3%)
3 or more Vehicles198 (18.9%)24 (4.4%)
Total1,046 (100.0%)549 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Calais

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Calais

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units532514
Median Property Value$79,700$117,800
Median Household Income$54,833$122
Monthly Housing Costs$616$22
Real Estate Taxes$1,215$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Calais

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Calais
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000148 (27.8%)72 (14.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999178 (33.5%)148 (28.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999187 (35.1%)276 (53.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (1.7%)18 (3.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99910 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)514 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Calais

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Calais
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00022 (4.1%)50 (9.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99985 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (5.6%)145 (28.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999101 (19.0%)18 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999111 (20.9%)63 (12.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99987 (16.4%)45 (8.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99946 (8.6%)44 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more50 (9.4%)77 (15.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)514 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Calais

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Calais
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x258 (48.5%)66,250 (12,889.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x137 (25.8%)272 (52.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x35 (6.6%)80 (15.6%)
4.0x or more102 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total532 (100.0%)514 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Calais

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Calais
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800104 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499220 (41.3%)11 (2.1%)
$800 to $1,499170 (32.0%)159 (30.9%)
Total532 (100.0%)514 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Calais

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Calais

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Calais
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years228 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years172 (78.2%)48 (21.8%)
26 to 34 Years262 (75.5%)85 (24.5%)
35 to 44 Years311 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years354 (91.2%)34 (8.8%)
55 to 64 Years409 (94.7%)23 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years389 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older458 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,844 (93.7%)190 (6.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Calais

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Calais
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born228 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen172 (78.2%)48 (21.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Calais

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Calais
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000519 (86.2%)83 (13.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999630 (93.9%)41 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999433 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999264 (86.3%)42 (13.7%)
$100,000 and over916 (98.8%)11 (1.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Calais

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Calais
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6180 (78.9%)137 (60.1%)
6 to 18 Years114 (43.7%)158 (60.5%)
19 to 25 Years70 (31.8%)115 (52.3%)
25 to 34 Years114 (32.9%)170 (49.0%)
35 to 44 Years80 (25.7%)243 (78.1%)
45 to 54 Years58 (14.9%)320 (82.5%)
55 to 64 Years132 (30.6%)321 (74.3%)
65 to 74 Years389 (100.0%)204 (52.4%)
75 Years and over449 (98.0%)210 (45.9%)
Total1,586 (52.3%)1,878 (61.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Calais

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Calais
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years32 (22.7%)21 (25.9%)
18 to 34 Years100 (29.8%)55 (19.0%)
35 to 64 Years87 (18.2%)105 (16.1%)
65 to 74 Years81 (40.3%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over102 (51.5%)236 (90.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Calais

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Calais: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years13 (2.7%)44 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years81 (40.3%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over72 (36.4%)123 (47.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Calais: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)24 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)47 (18.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Calais: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years32 (22.7%)21 (25.9%)
18 to 34 Years100 (29.8%)19 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years36 (7.5%)12 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over36 (18.2%)75 (28.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Calais: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years38 (8.0%)49 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years46 (22.9%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over46 (23.2%)132 (50.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Calais: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (8.0%)12 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (6.9%)
75 Years and over22 (11.1%)29 (11.2%)

Technology Access in Calais

Computing Device Access in Calais

Computing Device Access in Calais
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,12170.3%
Smartphone1,02564.3%
Tablet56335.3%
No Computing Device28317.7%
Total1,595100.0%

Internet Access in Calais

Internet Access in Calais
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,14571.8%
Cellular Data Only291.8%
Satellite Internet1036.5%
No Internet33420.9%
Total1,595100.0%

Calais Summary

Calais is a city located in Washington County, Maine, United States. It is the county seat of Washington County and is located on the St. Croix River, which forms the border between Maine and New Brunswick, Canada. The population was 3,123 at the 2010 census.

History

Calais was first settled in 1779 by a group of settlers from Machias, Maine. The town was named after the French city of Calais, which was the nearest port to England at the time. The town was incorporated in 1809.
In the 19th century, Calais was an important port for the lumber industry. The city was also a major center for shipbuilding and the manufacture of woodenware. In the early 20th century, the city was a major center for the production of sardines.

Geography

Calais is located at the confluence of the St. Croix River and the Passamaquoddy Bay. The city is located on the eastern side of the St. Croix River, which forms the border between Maine and New Brunswick, Canada. The city is located approximately 40 miles (64 km) east of Bangor, Maine and approximately 80 miles (129 km) west of Saint John, New Brunswick.
The city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 7.9 square miles (20.5 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km2) is water.

Economy

Calais is the county seat of Washington County and is the economic center of the region. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The city is also home to a number of government offices, including the Washington County Courthouse.
The city is home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a wood products plant, and a sardine cannery. The city is also home to a number of retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Kmart, and a variety of other stores.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 3,123 people, 1,323 households, and 809 families residing in the city. The population density was 393.7 people per square mile (152.1/km2). There were 1,521 housing units at an average density of 191.9 per square mile (74.0/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 1,323 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.7% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.88.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $21,964 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Calais?
Total Population of Calais is 3,078.
What is the Total Male Population of Calais?
Total Male Population of Calais is 1,475.
What is the Total Female Population of Calais?
Total Female Population of Calais is 1,603.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Calais?
There are 92.01 Males per 100 Females in Calais.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Calais?
There are 108.68 Females per 100 Males in Calais.
What is the Median Population Age in Calais?
Median Population Age in Calais is 49.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Calais
Average Family Size in Calais is 2.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Calais
Average Household Size in Calais is 1.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Calais?
Per Capita income in Calais is $32,378.
What is the Median Family Income in Calais?
Median Family Income in Calais is $74,394.
What is the Median Household income in Calais?
Median Household Income in Calais is $45,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Calais?
Income or Wage Gap in Calais is 35.9%.
Women in Calais earn 64.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Calais?
Inequality or Gini Index in Calais is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Calais?
There are 1,482 People in the Labor Forcein in Calais.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Calais?
54.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Calais.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Calais?
Unemployment Rate in Calais is 9.8%.