Dixfield, ME

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Dixfield Overview

1,512
TOTAL POPULATION
676
MALE POPULATION
836
FEMALE POPULATION
80.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
123.67
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,933
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,816
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,208
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
681
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Dixfield Zip Codes

Dixfield Area Codes

Race in Dixfield

The most populous races in Dixfield are White / Caucasian (1,464 | 96.8%), Hispanic or Latino (51 | 3.4%), and Two or more Races (38 | 2.5%).
Race in Dixfield
Race# Population% Population
Asian90.6%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino513.4%
Native / Alaskan10.1%
White / Caucasian1,46496.8%
Two or more Races382.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,512100.0%

Ancestry in Dixfield

The most populous ancestries reported in Dixfield are Irish (319 | 21.1%), French (231 | 15.3%), English (206 | 13.6%), American (203 | 13.4%), and Italian (169 | 11.2%), together accounting for 74.6% of all Dixfield residents.
Ancestry in Dixfield
Ancestry# Population% Population
American20313.4%
Canadian694.6%
Eastern European50.3%
English20613.6%
French23115.3%
French Canadian1409.3%
German392.6%
Irish31921.1%
Italian16911.2%
Lithuanian644.2%
Pakistani191.3%
Polish50.3%
Portuguese211.4%
Puerto Rican513.4%
Russian50.3%
Scandinavian70.5%
Scotch-Irish130.9%
Scottish654.3%
Swedish221.5%
Welsh130.9%
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Immigrants in Dixfield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dixfield came from Canada (38 | 2.5%), Asia (9 | 0.6%), South Eastern Asia (9 | 0.6%), and Thailand (9 | 0.6%), together accounting for 4.3% of all Dixfield residents.
Immigrants in Dixfield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.6%
Canada382.5%
South Eastern Asia90.6%
Thailand90.6%
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Sex and Age in Dixfield

Sex and Age in Dixfield

The most populous age groups in Dixfield are 20 to 24 Years (102 | 15.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (69 | 8.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Dixfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (2.8%)67 (8.0%)
5 to 9 Years10 (1.5%)49 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years18 (2.7%)69 (8.3%)
15 to 19 Years34 (5.0%)45 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years102 (15.1%)57 (6.8%)
25 to 29 Years37 (5.5%)37 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years24 (3.5%)50 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years47 (7.0%)45 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years38 (5.6%)59 (7.1%)
45 to 49 Years22 (3.3%)43 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years70 (10.4%)23 (2.8%)
55 to 59 Years56 (8.3%)48 (5.7%)
60 to 64 Years61 (9.0%)58 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years60 (8.9%)36 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years23 (3.4%)23 (2.8%)
75 to 79 Years13 (1.9%)69 (8.3%)
80 to 84 Years42 (6.2%)30 (3.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (3.4%)
Total676 (100.0%)836 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Dixfield

Median Family Size in Dixfield

The median family size in Dixfield is 3.23 persons per family, with single male/father families (12 | 3.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (59 | 17.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Dixfield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple271 (79.2%)3.28
Single Male/Father12 (3.5%)4.17
Single Female/Mother59 (17.2%)2.81
Total Families342 (100.0%)3.23

Median Household Size in Dixfield

The median household size in Dixfield is 2.34 persons per household, with single male/father households (12 | 1.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.75 persons per household. non-family households (303 | 47.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Dixfield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple271 (42.0%)3.44
Single Male/Father12 (1.9%)5.75
Single Female/Mother59 (9.1%)2.90
Non-family303 (47.0%)1.12
Total Households645 (100.0%)2.34

Household Size by Marriage Status in Dixfield

Out of a total of 645 households in Dixfield, 342 (53.0%) are family households, while 303 (47.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 174, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 264.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dixfield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-264 (40.9%)
2-Person Households174 (27.0%)39 (6.0%)
3-Person Households89 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households30 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households49 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total342 (53.0%)303 (47.0%)

Female Fertility in Dixfield

Fertility by Age in Dixfield

Average fertility rate in Dixfield is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 69.0 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 Dixfield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)69.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dixfield

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dixfield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Dixfield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Dixfield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree10 (100.0%)227.0
Total10 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dixfield

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dixfield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Dixfield

Income Overview in Dixfield

Per Capita Income in Dixfield is $26,933, while median incomes of families and households are $68,816 and $52,208 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,512$26,933
Median Family Income342$68,816
Mean Family Income342$79,582
Median Household Income645$52,208
Mean Household Income645$59,911
Income Deficit342$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,5128.93%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,51291.07¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5120.43

Earnings by Sex in Dixfield

Average Earnings in Dixfield are $33,245, $34,096 for men and $31,050 for women, a difference of 8.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Dixfield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male342 (48.0%)$34,096
Female371 (52.0%)$31,050
Total713 (100.0%)$33,245

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dixfield

The most common earnings brackets in Dixfield are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (51 | 14.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (48 | 12.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dixfield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less43 (12.6%)31 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99920 (5.9%)20 (5.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (2.6%)8 (2.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49918 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)24 (6.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)9 (2.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)7 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)17 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $29,99951 (14.9%)48 (12.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99947 (13.7%)30 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99914 (4.1%)14 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (7.0%)8 (2.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)33 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99916 (4.7%)5 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99945 (13.2%)43 (11.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99928 (8.2%)35 (9.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (1.5%)11 (3.0%)
$100,000+22 (6.4%)17 (4.6%)
Total342 (100.0%)371 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dixfield

Average earnings in Dixfield are $40,703 for men and $37,250 for women, a difference of 8.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $40,469, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $33,836. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,667, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $13,385.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dixfield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$33,836$13,385
College or Associate's Degree$40,469$24,559
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,703$37,250

Family Income in Dixfield

Family Income Brackets in Dixfield

According to the Dixfield family income data, there are 101 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.5% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Dixfield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000154.4%
$10,000 to $14,999308.8%
$15,000 to $24,99972.0%
$25,000 to $34,99951.5%
$35,000 to $49,999226.4%
$50,000 to $74,99910129.5%
$75,000 to $99,9996017.5%
$100,000 to $149,9997120.8%
$150,000 to $199,999226.4%
$200,000+92.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dixfield

4-person families (58 | 17.0%) account for the highest median family income in Dixfield with $130,833 per family, while 2-person families (183 | 53.5%) have the highest median income of $33,170 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dixfield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families183 (53.5%)$66,339
3-Person Families80 (23.4%)$75,000
4-Person Families58 (17.0%)$130,833
5-Person Families21 (6.1%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total342 (100.0%)$68,816

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dixfield

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dixfield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners56 (16.4%)$0
1 Earner91 (26.6%)$67,232
2 Earners155 (45.3%)$84,141
3+ Earners40 (11.7%)$150,625
Total342 (100.0%)$68,816

Household Income in Dixfield

Household Income Brackets in Dixfield

With 150 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dixfield, accounting for 23.3% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (1.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Dixfield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000599.1%
$10,000 to $14,999629.6%
$15,000 to $24,9996510.1%
$25,000 to $34,999517.9%
$35,000 to $49,999599.1%
$50,000 to $74,99915023.3%
$75,000 to $99,9999715.0%
$100,000 to $149,999538.2%
$150,000 to $199,999406.2%
$200,000+91.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Dixfield

The median household income in Dixfield is $52,208, with the highest median household income of $75,417 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 239 households (37.0%) 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 1 households (0.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Dixfield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1 (0.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years181 (28.1%)$41,792
45 to 64 Years239 (37.0%)$75,417
65+ Years224 (34.7%)$0
Total645 (100.0%)$52,208

Poverty in Dixfield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dixfield

With 14.8% poverty level for males and 21.0% for females among the residents of Dixfield, 35 to 44 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (40.0%) and 6 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dixfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (17.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)34 (32.1%)
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 Years0 (0.0%)7 (6.9%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (6.9%)
35 to 44 Years34 (40.0%)24 (23.1%)
45 to 54 Years32 (34.8%)14 (21.2%)
55 to 64 Years18 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (8.4%)14 (23.7%)
75 Years and over9 (16.4%)59 (46.5%)
Total100 (14.8%)176 (21.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dixfield

According to the poverty statistics in Dixfield, 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 Dixfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (100.0%)55 (82.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (100.0%)72 (67.9%)
12 to 14 Years18 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
15 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years116 (100.0%)95 (93.1%)
25 to 34 Years61 (100.0%)81 (93.1%)
35 to 44 Years51 (60.0%)80 (76.9%)
45 to 54 Years60 (65.2%)52 (78.8%)
55 to 64 Years99 (84.6%)106 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years76 (91.6%)45 (76.3%)
75 Years and over46 (83.6%)68 (53.5%)
Total575 (85.2%)660 (78.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dixfield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dixfield show that 11.1% or 30 of the total 271 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 33.8%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dixfield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children178 (96.7%)6 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children47 (66.2%)24 (33.8%)
3 or 4 Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total241 (88.9%)30 (11.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dixfield

According to the poverty data in Dixfield, 75.0% or 9 single-father households and 22.0% or 13 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (75.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (54.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dixfield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children9 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (20.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (54.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (75.0%)13 (22.0%)

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

The poverty data for Dixfield shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (11.1%) and 22 of the single-parent households (31.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (33.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (54.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dixfield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6 (3.3%)9 (34.6%)
1 or 2 Children24 (33.8%)7 (20.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (54.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (11.1%)22 (31.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Dixfield

Employment by Class of Employer in Dixfield

Among the 646 employed individuals in Dixfield, private company employees (374 | 57.9%), local government employees (92 | 14.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (71 | 11.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Dixfield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37457.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)81.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7111.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations528.1%
Local Government Employees9214.2%
State Government Employees152.3%
Federal Government Employees152.3%
Unpaid Family Workers192.9%
Total646100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Dixfield

According to the labor force statistics for Dixfield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,261), 54.0% or 681 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 13 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 74 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.3% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Dixfield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years133 (83.6%)7 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years56 (75.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years189 (100.0%)6 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years86 (54.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years34 (32.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years68 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years41 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total681 (54.0%)13 (1.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dixfield

According to labor force statistics for Dixfield, 70.6% of individuals (507) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (718) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 6 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 76.2% or 160 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dixfield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School9 (40.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma127 (65.8%)9 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree211 (72.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher160 (76.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total507 (70.6%)9 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Dixfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dixfield are Community & Social Service (94 | 14.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (57 | 8.5%), Health Technologists (44 | 6.6%), and Management (38 | 5.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Dixfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dixfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Dixfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (21.0%)30 (78.9%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science24 (66.7%)12 (33.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 20 (21.3%)74 (78.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (8.8%)52 (91.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (14.1%)61 (85.9%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Category)62 (25.1%)185 (74.9%)
Total (Overall)337 (50.4%)331 (49.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Dixfield are Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 1.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (10 | 1.5%), and Healthcare Support (4 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in Dixfield

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Dixfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)4 (14.8%)23 (85.2%)
Total (Overall)337 (50.4%)331 (49.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dixfield are Sales & Related (79 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (44 | 6.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Dixfield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Dixfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related27 (34.2%)52 (65.8%)
Office & Administration15 (34.1%)29 (65.9%)
Total (Category)42 (34.2%)81 (65.8%)
Total (Overall)337 (50.4%)331 (49.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dixfield are Construction & Extraction (58 | 8.7%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 1.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Dixfield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Dixfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)337 (50.4%)331 (49.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dixfield are Production (91 | 13.6%), Material Moving (57 | 8.5%), and Transportation (47 | 7.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Dixfield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Dixfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production49 (53.8%)42 (46.2%)
Transportation47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)153 (78.5%)42 (21.5%)
Total (Overall)337 (50.4%)331 (49.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Dixfield

Employment Industries in Dixfield

The major employment industries in Dixfield include Manufacturing (177 | 26.5%), Retail Trade (125 | 18.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (123 | 18.4%), Educational Services (85 | 12.7%), and Construction (44 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Dixfield

Employment Industries by Sex in Dixfield

The Dixfield industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (91.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dixfield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing111 (62.7%)66 (37.3%)
Wholesale Trade15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade77 (61.6%)48 (38.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services20 (23.5%)65 (76.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance10 (8.1%)113 (91.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation15 (44.1%)19 (55.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total337 (50.4%)331 (49.5%)

Education in Dixfield

School Enrollment in Dixfield

The most common levels of schooling among the 318 students in Dixfield are middle school (87 | 27.4%), college / undergraduate (83 | 26.1%), and elementary school (53 | 16.7%).
School Enrollment in Dixfield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool123.8%
Kindergarten61.9%
Elementary School5316.7%
Middle School8727.4%
High School4012.6%
College / Undergraduate8326.1%
Graduate / Professional3711.6%
Total318100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dixfield

Out of a total of 318 students who are enrolled in schools in Dixfield, 57 (17.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 261 (82.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dixfield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old47 (79.7%)12 (20.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds73 (83.9%)14 (16.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over23 (54.8%)19 (45.2%)
Total261 (82.1%)57 (17.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dixfield

Education (114 | 43.9%), liberal arts & history (37 | 14.2%), science & technology (30 | 11.5%), social sciences (29 | 11.2%), and business (13 | 5.0%) are the most common fields of study among 260 individuals in Dixfield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dixfield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics72.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology114.2%
Social Sciences2911.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3011.5%
Business135.0%
Education11443.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History3714.2%
Visual & Performing Arts93.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities103.8%
Total260100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Dixfield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dixfield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dixfield are males with 2 vehicles (140, accounting for 41.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (150, making up 45.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dixfield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle10 (3.0%)12 (3.9%)
1 Vehicle62 (18.4%)46 (14.9%)
2 Vehicles140 (41.5%)150 (48.5%)
3 Vehicles11 (3.3%)29 (9.4%)
4 Vehicles99 (29.4%)72 (23.3%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total337 (100.0%)309 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Dixfield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dixfield are 15 to 19 minutes (153 commuters, 24.5%), 45 to 59 minutes (98 commuters, 15.7%), and 5 to 9 minutes (78 commuters, 12.5%).
Commute Time in Dixfield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes629.9%
5 to 9 Minutes7812.5%
10 to 14 Minutes518.2%
15 to 19 Minutes15324.5%
20 to 24 Minutes6410.2%
25 to 29 Minutes40.6%
30 to 34 Minutes375.9%
35 to 39 Minutes386.1%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes9815.7%
60 to 89 Minutes162.6%
90 or more Minutes243.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Dixfield

The most common commute times in Dixfield are 15 to 19 minutes (114 commuters, 33.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (71 commuters, 24.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Dixfield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes35 (10.4%)27 (9.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes7 (2.1%)71 (24.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes38 (11.3%)13 (4.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes114 (33.8%)39 (13.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes25 (7.4%)39 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes20 (5.9%)17 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes29 (8.6%)9 (3.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes36 (10.7%)62 (21.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes13 (3.9%)11 (3.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dixfield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Dixfield are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (89, 26.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (66, 22.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dixfield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM89 (26.4%)11 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)6 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8 (2.4%)12 (4.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM16 (4.8%)47 (16.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM16 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM58 (17.2%)66 (22.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM18 (5.3%)27 (9.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM43 (12.8%)5 (1.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)24 (8.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM27 (8.0%)27 (9.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM26 (7.7%)51 (17.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM36 (10.7%)12 (4.2%)
Total337 (100.0%)288 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Dixfield

Occupancy by Ownership in Dixfield

Of the total 645 dwellings in Dixfield, owner-occupied units account for 523 (81.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 122 (18.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Dixfield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units52381.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12218.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units645100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Dixfield

Occupancy by Household Size in Dixfield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26440.9%
2-Person Household21333.0%
3-Person Household8913.8%
4+ Person Household7912.2%
Total Housing Units645100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dixfield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dixfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household193 (73.1%)71 (26.9%)
2-Person Household181 (85.0%)32 (15.0%)
3-Person Household81 (91.0%)8 (9.0%)
4+ Person Household68 (86.1%)11 (13.9%)
Total Housing Units523 (81.1%)122 (18.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dixfield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dixfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma195 (80.9%)46 (19.1%)
College/Associate Degree182 (71.9%)71 (28.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher146 (96.7%)5 (3.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dixfield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dixfield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7311.3%
35 to 44 Years10916.9%
45 to 54 Years7311.3%
55 to 64 Years16625.7%
65 to 74 Years9214.3%
75 to 84 Years10416.1%
85 Years and Over284.3%
Total645100.0%

Housing Finances in Dixfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Dixfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Dixfield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied523 (81.1%)$58,689
Renter-Occupied122 (18.9%)$24,464
Average645 (100.0%)$52,208

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dixfield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dixfield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00031 (5.9%)12 (9.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99916 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99951 (9.8%)11 (9.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (1.0%)21 (17.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99919 (3.6%)20 (16.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99947 (9.0%)4 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99935 (6.7%)24 (19.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999150 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (12.8%)30 (24.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99953 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more49 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total523 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dixfield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dixfield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30019 (3.6%)26 (21.3%)
$300 to $49988 (16.8%)20 (16.4%)
$500 to $799128 (24.5%)53 (43.4%)
$800 to $999115 (22.0%)23 (18.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499125 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99933 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49915 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total523 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Dixfield

Housing Structures in Dixfield

Housing Structures in Dixfield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached50678.4%
Single Unit, Attached60.9%
2 Unit Apartments162.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments416.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments264.0%
10 or more Apartments60.9%
Mobile Home / Other446.8%
Total645100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dixfield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dixfield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached483 (95.5%)23 (4.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other40 (90.9%)4 (9.1%)
Total523 (81.1%)122 (18.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dixfield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dixfield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms9 (1.7%)30 (24.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms175 (33.5%)65 (53.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms198 (37.9%)13 (10.7%)
8 or more Rooms141 (27.0%)14 (11.5%)
Total523 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dixfield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dixfield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas9 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas21 (4.0%)8 (6.6%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)39 (32.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene434 (83.0%)69 (56.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels59 (11.3%)6 (4.9%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total523 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Dixfield

Household Vehicle Usage in Dixfield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (2.3%)12 (9.8%)
1 Vehicle140 (26.8%)62 (50.8%)
2 Vehicles284 (54.3%)20 (16.4%)
3 or more Vehicles87 (16.6%)28 (23.0%)
Total523 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Dixfield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dixfield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units262261
Median Property Value$121,600$142,500
Median Household Income$39,464$40
Monthly Housing Costs$627$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,246$25

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dixfield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dixfield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00040 (15.3%)7 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99972 (27.5%)43 (16.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999111 (42.4%)202 (77.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99939 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total262 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dixfield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dixfield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00040 (15.3%)46 (17.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99963 (24.0%)7 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (3.4%)12 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99929 (11.1%)38 (14.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99979 (30.1%)6 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (6.9%)71 (27.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (5.7%)49 (18.8%)
$150,000 or more9 (3.4%)38 (14.6%)
Total262 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dixfield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dixfield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x95 (36.3%)69,563 (26,652.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (5.7%)133 (51.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x51 (19.5%)52 (19.9%)
4.0x or more101 (38.6%)45 (17.2%)
Total262 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dixfield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dixfield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80045 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49932 (12.2%)7 (2.7%)
$800 to $1,499179 (68.3%)7 (2.7%)
Total262 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Dixfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dixfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dixfield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years187 (87.4%)27 (12.6%)
19 to 25 Years178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years109 (82.0%)24 (18.0%)
35 to 44 Years123 (65.1%)66 (34.9%)
45 to 54 Years132 (83.5%)26 (16.5%)
55 to 64 Years223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,368 (90.5%)143 (9.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dixfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dixfield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen187 (87.4%)27 (12.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dixfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dixfield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000207 (65.1%)111 (34.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999313 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999217 (94.4%)13 (5.7%)
$100,000 and over476 (96.2%)19 (3.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dixfield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dixfield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 636 (39.1%)73 (79.3%)
6 to 18 Years23 (10.7%)174 (81.3%)
19 to 25 Years51 (28.6%)163 (91.6%)
25 to 34 Years20 (15.0%)89 (66.9%)
35 to 44 Years4 (2.1%)119 (63.0%)
45 to 54 Years28 (17.7%)104 (65.8%)
55 to 64 Years64 (28.7%)172 (77.1%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)60 (42.2%)
75 Years and over182 (100.0%)88 (48.3%)
Total550 (36.4%)1,042 (69.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dixfield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dixfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (40.4%)6 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years38 (21.5%)29 (15.3%)
35 to 64 Years78 (26.5%)29 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years10 (12.0%)6 (10.2%)
75 Years and over17 (30.9%)18 (14.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dixfield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Dixfield: <span>Hearing 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 Years5 (1.7%)14 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years10 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (30.9%)4 (3.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Dixfield: <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 Years5 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (11.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Dixfield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (40.4%)6 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years20 (11.3%)21 (11.1%)
35 to 64 Years19 (6.5%)7 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (10.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Dixfield: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years67 (22.8%)8 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (11.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Dixfield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years36 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (11.0%)

Technology Access in Dixfield

Computing Device Access in Dixfield

Computing Device Access in Dixfield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop58490.5%
Smartphone55586.1%
Tablet43867.9%
No Computing Device243.7%
Total645100.0%

Internet Access in Dixfield

Internet Access in Dixfield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home55085.3%
Cellular Data Only497.6%
Satellite Internet355.4%
No Internet253.9%
Total645100.0%

Dixfield Summary

Dixfield is a town located in Oxford County, Maine, United States. The population was 2,541 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Lewiston-Auburn, Maine metropolitan statistical area.

History

The area that is now Dixfield was first settled in 1790 by a group of settlers from Massachusetts. The town was incorporated in 1803 and named after General Joseph Dix, a Revolutionary War hero.
In the 19th century, Dixfield was a thriving industrial center, with several mills and factories located along the Androscoggin River. The town was also home to a large granite quarry, which provided stone for many of the buildings in the area.

Geography

Dixfield is located in western Oxford County, bordered by the towns of Peru to the north, Canton to the east, Carthage to the south, and Mexico to the west. The Androscoggin River forms the northern border of the town.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 33.2 square miles (86.1 km2), of which 32.9 square miles (85.2 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) is water.

Economy

Dixfield is a rural community with a strong agricultural base. The town is home to several farms, including dairy, beef, and poultry operations.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a sawmill, and a granite quarry.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 2,541 people, 1,072 households, and 690 families residing in the town. The population density was 77.2 people per square mile (29.8/km2). There were 1,179 housing units at an average density of 35.8 per square mile (13.9/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
There were 1,072 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.83.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $41,964. Males had a median income of $31,964 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Dixfield?
Total Population of Dixfield is 1,512.
What is the Total Male Population of Dixfield?
Total Male Population of Dixfield is 676.
What is the Total Female Population of Dixfield?
Total Female Population of Dixfield is 836.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dixfield?
There are 80.86 Males per 100 Females in Dixfield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dixfield?
There are 123.67 Females per 100 Males in Dixfield.
What is the Median Population Age in Dixfield?
Median Population Age in Dixfield is 42.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dixfield
Average Family Size in Dixfield is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dixfield
Average Household Size in Dixfield is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dixfield?
Per Capita income in Dixfield is $26,933.
What is the Median Family Income in Dixfield?
Median Family Income in Dixfield is $68,816.
What is the Median Household income in Dixfield?
Median Household Income in Dixfield is $52,208.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dixfield?
Income or Wage Gap in Dixfield is 8.9%.
Women in Dixfield earn 91.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dixfield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dixfield is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dixfield?
There are 681 People in the Labor Forcein in Dixfield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dixfield?
54.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Dixfield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dixfield?
Unemployment Rate in Dixfield is 1.9%.