Machias, ME

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Machias Overview

1,331
TOTAL POPULATION
618
MALE POPULATION
713
FEMALE POPULATION
86.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.37
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,371
PER CAPITA INCOME
$41,688
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$25,278
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
474
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Machias Zip Codes

Machias Area Codes

Race in Machias

The most populous races in Machias are White / Caucasian (1,251 | 94.0%), Two or more Races (44 | 3.3%), and Native / Alaskan (25 | 1.9%).
Race in Machias
Race# Population% Population
Asian40.3%
Black / African American70.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino231.7%
Native / Alaskan251.9%
White / Caucasian1,25194.0%
Two or more Races443.3%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,331100.0%

Ancestry in Machias

The most populous ancestries reported in Machias are English (232 | 17.4%), Irish (126 | 9.5%), French (111 | 8.3%), American (97 | 7.3%), and French Canadian (82 | 6.2%), together accounting for 48.7% of all Machias residents.
Ancestry in Machias
Ancestry# Population% Population
American977.3%
British403.0%
Burmese60.4%
Dominican40.3%
Dutch120.9%
English23217.4%
European765.7%
French1118.3%
French Canadian826.2%
German644.8%
Greek30.2%
Indian (Asian)90.7%
Irish1269.5%
Italian241.8%
Lithuanian90.7%
Mexican141.1%
Native Hawaiian40.3%
Northern European100.7%
Norwegian80.6%
Polish201.5%
Russian282.1%
Scotch-Irish191.4%
Scottish755.6%
Slavic20.2%
South American50.4%
Sri Lankan40.3%
Swedish100.7%
Ukrainian30.2%
Uruguayan50.4%
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Immigrants in Machias

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Machias came from , and Canada (12 | 0.9%), together accounting for 0.9% of all Machias residents.
Immigrants in Machias
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada120.9%
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Sex and Age in Machias

Sex and Age in Machias

The most populous age groups in Machias are 35 to 39 Years (77 | 12.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (89 | 12.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (3.4%)6 (0.8%)
5 to 9 Years46 (7.4%)15 (2.1%)
10 to 14 Years7 (1.1%)50 (7.0%)
15 to 19 Years76 (12.3%)53 (7.4%)
20 to 24 Years49 (7.9%)44 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years18 (2.9%)12 (1.7%)
30 to 34 Years42 (6.8%)21 (2.9%)
35 to 39 Years77 (12.5%)40 (5.6%)
40 to 44 Years10 (1.6%)46 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years15 (2.4%)6 (0.8%)
50 to 54 Years43 (7.0%)48 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years74 (12.0%)89 (12.5%)
60 to 64 Years41 (6.6%)40 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years21 (3.4%)58 (8.1%)
70 to 74 Years23 (3.7%)27 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years4 (0.6%)32 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years42 (6.8%)65 (9.1%)
85 Years and over9 (1.5%)61 (8.6%)
Total618 (100.0%)713 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Machias

Median Family Size in Machias

The median family size in Machias is 2.80 persons per family, with single female/mother families (80 | 38.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (17 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.06 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Machias
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple110 (53.1%)2.59
Single Male/Father17 (8.2%)2.06
Single Female/Mother80 (38.7%)3.24
Total Families207 (100.0%)2.80

Median Household Size in Machias

The median household size in Machias is 1.76 persons per household, with single female/mother households (80 | 13.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.76 persons per household. non-family households (377 | 64.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Machias
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple110 (18.8%)2.65
Single Male/Father17 (2.9%)2.06
Single Female/Mother80 (13.7%)3.76
Non-family377 (64.5%)1.06
Total Households584 (100.0%)1.76

Household Size by Marriage Status in Machias

Out of a total of 584 households in Machias, 207 (35.4%) are family households, while 377 (64.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 122, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 356.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Machias
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-356 (61.0%)
2-Person Households122 (20.9%)21 (3.6%)
3-Person Households34 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households38 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households6 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total207 (35.4%)377 (64.5%)

Female Fertility in Machias

Fertility by Age in Machias

Female Fertility by Age in Machias
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Machias

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Machias
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Machias

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Machias
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Machias

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Machias
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Machias

Income Overview in Machias

Per Capita Income in Machias is $17,371, while median incomes of families and households are $41,688 and $25,278 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,331$17,371
Median Family Income207$41,688
Mean Family Income207$46,116
Median Household Income584$25,278
Mean Household Income584$35,772
Income Deficit207$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,33137.94%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,33162.06¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3310.48

Earnings by Sex in Machias

Average Earnings in Machias are $19,318, $13,995 for men and $22,552 for women, a difference of 37.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Machias
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male259 (47.6%)$13,995
Female285 (52.4%)$22,552
Total544 (100.0%)$19,318

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Machias

The most common earnings brackets in Machias are $2,499 or less for men (53 | 20.5%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (42 | 14.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Machias
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less53 (20.5%)9 (3.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)42 (14.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)9 (3.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99921 (8.1%)17 (6.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49925 (9.7%)14 (4.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99951 (19.7%)11 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)12 (4.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)11 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)17 (6.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (2.3%)24 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99926 (10.0%)12 (4.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99920 (7.7%)7 (2.5%)
$35,000 to $39,9995 (1.9%)19 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (9.3%)42 (14.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)10 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99920 (7.7%)12 (4.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9998 (3.1%)6 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.1%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)5 (1.8%)
Total259 (100.0%)285 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Machias

Average earnings in Machias are $28,798 for men and $25,729 for women, a difference of 10.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,500, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $29,323. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,292, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $26,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Machias
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$29,323$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$38,500$42,292
Graduate Degree--
Total$28,798$25,729

Family Income in Machias

Family Income Brackets in Machias

According to the Machias family income data, there are 40 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Machias
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002512.1%
$10,000 to $14,9992110.1%
$15,000 to $24,999188.7%
$25,000 to $34,9992612.6%
$35,000 to $49,9994019.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994019.3%
$75,000 to $99,9992210.6%
$100,000 to $149,999104.8%
$150,000 to $199,99952.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Machias

4-person families (16 | 7.7%) account for the highest median family income in Machias with $78,333 per family, while 4-person families (16 | 7.7%) have the highest median income of $19,583 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Machias
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families139 (67.1%)$0
3-Person Families39 (18.8%)$0
4-Person Families16 (7.7%)$78,333
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families13 (6.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total207 (100.0%)$41,688

Family Income by Number of Earners in Machias

Family Income by Number of Earners in Machias
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners76 (36.7%)$22,083
1 Earner74 (35.7%)$42,375
2 Earners53 (25.6%)$78,854
3+ Earners4 (1.9%)$0
Total207 (100.0%)$41,688

Household Income in Machias

Household Income Brackets in Machias

With 132 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Machias, accounting for 22.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Machias
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0008314.2%
$10,000 to $14,99913222.6%
$15,000 to $24,9997112.2%
$25,000 to $34,9996911.8%
$35,000 to $49,9996411.0%
$50,000 to $74,9998013.7%
$75,000 to $99,9996210.6%
$100,000 to $149,999183.1%
$150,000 to $199,99950.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Machias

The median household income in Machias is $25,278, with the highest median household income of $26,221 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 208 households (35.6%) 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 32 households (5.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Machias
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years32 (5.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years143 (24.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years208 (35.6%)$26,221
65+ Years201 (34.4%)$20,083
Total584 (100.0%)$25,278

Poverty in Machias

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias

With 33.6% poverty level for males and 38.4% for females among the residents of Machias, 16 and 17 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (100.0%) and 6 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)38 (86.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years25 (100.0%)21 (75.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years51 (58.6%)28 (32.6%)
45 to 54 Years34 (58.6%)18 (33.3%)
55 to 64 Years13 (14.3%)44 (34.1%)
65 to 74 Years10 (24.4%)41 (48.2%)
75 Years and over5 (27.8%)19 (17.6%)
Total149 (33.6%)231 (38.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias

According to the poverty statistics in Machias, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years46 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years7 (100.0%)6 (13.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)7 (25.0%)
25 to 34 Years39 (88.6%)33 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years36 (41.4%)58 (67.4%)
45 to 54 Years24 (41.4%)36 (66.7%)
55 to 64 Years78 (85.7%)85 (65.9%)
65 to 74 Years31 (75.6%)44 (51.8%)
75 Years and over13 (72.2%)89 (82.4%)
Total295 (66.4%)371 (61.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Machias

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Machias show that 11.8% or 13 of the total 110 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 14.3%, comprising of 13 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 Machias
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children78 (85.7%)13 (14.3%)
1 or 2 Children19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (88.2%)13 (11.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Machias

According to the poverty data in Machias, 41.2% or 7 single-father households and 55.0% or 44 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 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Machias
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (80.9%)
1 or 2 Children7 (100.0%)20 (43.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total7 (41.2%)44 (55.0%)

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

The poverty data for Machias shows that 13 of the married-couple family households (11.8%) and 51 of the single-parent households (52.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (14.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Machias
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children13 (14.3%)17 (54.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)27 (50.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total13 (11.8%)51 (52.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Machias

Employment by Class of Employer in Machias

Among the 414 employed individuals in Machias, private company employees (151 | 36.5%), not-for-profit organizations (82 | 19.8%), and state government employees (65 | 15.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Machias
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees15136.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)61.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4210.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations8219.8%
Local Government Employees5312.8%
State Government Employees6515.7%
Federal Government Employees81.9%
Unpaid Family Workers71.7%
Total414100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Machias

According to the labor force statistics for Machias, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,186), 40.0% or 474 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.6% or 41 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 82.5% or 52 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 53.2% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Machias
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years55 (42.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years47 (50.5%)25 (53.2%)
25 to 29 Years20 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years52 (82.5%)6 (11.5%)
35 to 44 Years131 (75.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years80 (71.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years66 (40.5%)10 (15.2%)
60 to 64 Years6 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total474 (40.0%)41 (8.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Machias

According to labor force statistics for Machias, 57.1% of individuals (355) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (622) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 16 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 85.3% or 99 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.4% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Machias
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School19 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma136 (54.6%)18 (7.4%)
College / Associate Degree101 (59.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher99 (85.3%)7 (6.1%)
Total355 (57.1%)28 (4.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Machias

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Machias are Community & Social Service (95 | 21.9%), Education Instruction & Library (84 | 19.4%), Business & Financial (28 | 6.5%), Education, Arts & Media (11 | 2.5%), and Management (6 | 1.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Machias

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Machias, the most male-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (42.9%), Community & Social Service (37.9%), and Business & Financial (21.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Business & Financial6 (21.4%)22 (78.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 36 (37.9%)59 (62.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)42 (30.0%)98 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)207 (47.8%)226 (52.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Machias are Cleaning & Maintenance (121 | 27.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (26 | 6.0%), Personal Care & Service (26 | 6.0%), Security & Protection (13 | 3.0%), and Law Enforcement (8 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Machias

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Machias, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (62.8%), and Security & Protection (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Security & Protection8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving14 (53.8%)12 (46.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance76 (62.8%)45 (37.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total (Category)98 (51.3%)93 (48.7%)
Total (Overall)207 (47.8%)226 (52.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Machias are Office & Administration (34 | 7.9%), and Sales & Related (21 | 4.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Machias

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration4 (11.8%)30 (88.2%)
Total (Category)25 (45.5%)30 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)207 (47.8%)226 (52.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Machias are Construction & Extraction (14 | 3.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Machias

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)207 (47.8%)226 (52.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Machias are Production (13 | 3.0%), Transportation (9 | 2.1%), and Material Moving (6 | 1.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Machias

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Production8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Transportation9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)23 (82.1%)5 (17.9%)
Total (Overall)207 (47.8%)226 (52.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Machias

Employment Industries in Machias

The major employment industries in Machias include Educational Services (126 | 29.1%), Administrative & Support (66 | 15.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (54 | 12.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (42 | 9.7%), and Retail Trade (37 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Machias

Employment Industries by Sex in Machias

The Machias industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Retail Trade (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (90.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Machias
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing7 (31.8%)15 (68.2%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Retail Trade37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (21.4%)22 (78.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support42 (63.6%)24 (36.4%)
Educational Services62 (49.2%)64 (50.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance5 (9.3%)49 (90.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services22 (52.4%)20 (47.6%)
Public Administration8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Total207 (47.8%)226 (52.2%)

Education in Machias

School Enrollment in Machias

The most common levels of schooling among the 322 students in Machias are college / undergraduate (187 | 58.1%), elementary school (53 | 16.5%), and middle school (42 | 13.0%).
School Enrollment in Machias
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten82.5%
Elementary School5316.5%
Middle School4213.0%
High School216.5%
College / Undergraduate18758.1%
Graduate / Professional113.4%
Total322100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Machias

Out of a total of 322 students who are enrolled in schools in Machias, 40 (12.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 282 (87.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 30 (27.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 61 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Machias
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds80 (72.7%)30 (27.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds31 (86.1%)5 (13.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds24 (82.8%)5 (17.2%)
35 Years and over18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total282 (87.6%)40 (12.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Machias

Social sciences (56 | 21.7%), literature & languages (37 | 14.3%), engineering (33 | 12.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (27 | 10.5%), and multidisciplinary studies (23 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 258 individuals in Machias who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Machias
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2710.5%
Physical & Health Sciences103.9%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences5621.7%
Engineering3312.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies238.9%
Science & Technology114.3%
Business218.1%
Education114.3%
Literature & Languages3714.3%
Liberal Arts & History114.3%
Visual & Performing Arts124.6%
Communications62.3%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total258100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Machias

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Machias

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Machias are males with 2 vehicles (85, accounting for 49.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (107, making up 43.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Machias
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)14 (7.1%)
1 Vehicle72 (41.9%)56 (28.4%)
2 Vehicles85 (49.4%)107 (54.3%)
3 Vehicles5 (2.9%)14 (7.1%)
4 Vehicles10 (5.8%)6 (3.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (100.0%)197 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Machias

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Machias are less than 5 minutes (126 commuters, 34.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (114 commuters, 30.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (53 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Machias
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes12634.1%
5 to 9 Minutes11430.8%
10 to 14 Minutes5314.3%
15 to 19 Minutes174.6%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes154.1%
30 to 34 Minutes287.6%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes174.6%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Machias

The most common commute times in Machias are less than 5 minutes (83 commuters, 43.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (74 commuters, 41.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Machias
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes83 (43.2%)43 (24.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes40 (20.8%)74 (41.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes26 (13.5%)27 (15.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)17 (9.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes15 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes28 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)17 (9.6%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Machias

The most frequent times of departure to work in Machias are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (42, 21.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (43, 24.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Machias
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM15 (7.8%)6 (3.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM19 (9.9%)20 (11.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1 (0.5%)21 (11.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM39 (20.3%)43 (24.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)20 (11.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM15 (7.8%)18 (10.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (1.0%)23 (12.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM12 (6.2%)6 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM25 (13.0%)10 (5.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM42 (21.9%)11 (6.2%)
Total192 (100.0%)178 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Machias

Occupancy by Ownership in Machias

Of the total 584 dwellings in Machias, owner-occupied units account for 238 (40.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 346 (59.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Machias
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units23840.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units34659.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units584100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Machias

Occupancy by Household Size in Machias
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household35661.0%
2-Person Household14324.5%
3-Person Household345.8%
4+ Person Household518.7%
Total Housing Units584100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Machias

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Machias
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household106 (29.8%)250 (70.2%)
2-Person Household69 (48.2%)74 (51.7%)
3-Person Household12 (35.3%)22 (64.7%)
4+ Person Household51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units238 (40.7%)346 (59.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Machias

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Machias
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1 (1.5%)65 (98.5%)
High School Diploma86 (46.7%)98 (53.3%)
College/Associate Degree60 (32.3%)126 (67.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher91 (61.5%)57 (38.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Machias

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Machias
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6911.8%
35 to 44 Years10618.1%
45 to 54 Years6411.0%
55 to 64 Years14424.7%
65 to 74 Years9616.4%
75 to 84 Years7913.5%
85 Years and Over264.4%
Total584100.0%

Housing Finances in Machias

Median Income by Occupancy in Machias

Median Income by Occupancy in Machias
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied238 (40.7%)$55,446
Renter-Occupied346 (59.3%)$14,135
Average584 (100.0%)$25,278

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Machias

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Machias
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (2.9%)46 (13.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9991 (0.4%)29 (8.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99916 (6.7%)116 (33.5%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)45 (13.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99917 (7.1%)9 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (14.7%)34 (9.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99929 (12.2%)35 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99968 (28.6%)12 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (21.0%)12 (3.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (4.2%)8 (2.3%)
$150,000 or more5 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Machias

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Machias
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)49 (14.2%)
$300 to $49919 (8.0%)91 (26.3%)
$500 to $79962 (26.1%)82 (23.7%)
$800 to $99940 (16.8%)54 (15.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49959 (24.8%)28 (8.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99936 (15.1%)7 (2.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4998 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more14 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Machias

Housing Structures in Machias

Housing Structures in Machias
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26445.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments172.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7913.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments13723.5%
10 or more Apartments6210.6%
Mobile Home / Other254.3%
Total584100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Machias

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Machias
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached220 (83.3%)44 (16.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)137 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other18 (72.0%)7 (28.0%)
Total238 (40.7%)346 (59.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Machias

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Machias
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)25 (7.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (4.6%)118 (34.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms65 (27.3%)146 (42.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms85 (35.7%)41 (11.8%)
8 or more Rooms77 (32.4%)16 (4.6%)
Total238 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Machias

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Machias
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas22 (9.2%)22 (6.4%)
Electricity7 (2.9%)141 (40.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene207 (87.0%)144 (41.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (0.8%)39 (11.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Machias

Household Vehicle Usage in Machias
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (12.6%)92 (26.6%)
1 Vehicle107 (45.0%)195 (56.4%)
2 Vehicles83 (34.9%)59 (17.1%)
3 or more Vehicles18 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Machias

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Machias

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units71167
Median Property Value$115,600$98,800
Median Household Income$56,406$5
Monthly Housing Costs$761$14
Real Estate Taxes$1,875$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Machias

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Machias
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (7.0%)20 (12.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99913 (18.3%)65 (38.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99953 (74.7%)82 (49.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Machias

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Machias
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001 (1.4%)14 (8.4%)
$10,000 to $24,9992 (2.8%)7 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (16.9%)31 (18.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (14.1%)23 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99937 (52.1%)19 (11.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (7.0%)31 (18.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (5.6%)45 (27.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (3.6%)
Total71 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Machias

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Machias
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x25 (35.2%)55,063 (32,971.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x26 (36.6%)30 (18.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (14.1%)99 (59.3%)
4.0x or more10 (14.1%)31 (18.6%)
Total71 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Machias

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Machias
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004 (5.6%)7 (4.2%)
$800 to $1,49923 (32.4%)6 (3.6%)
$800 to $1,49939 (54.9%)77 (46.1%)
Total71 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years142 (93.4%)10 (6.6%)
26 to 34 Years66 (75.9%)21 (24.1%)
35 to 44 Years161 (93.1%)12 (6.9%)
45 to 54 Years112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years199 (90.4%)21 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,143 (94.7%)64 (5.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Machias
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen142 (93.4%)10 (6.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Machias
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000338 (98.3%)6 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999239 (97.6%)6 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999150 (89.8%)17 (10.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999196 (93.8%)13 (6.2%)
$100,000 and over50 (80.6%)12 (19.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 614 (40.0%)21 (60.0%)
6 to 18 Years114 (64.8%)94 (53.4%)
19 to 25 Years79 (52.0%)103 (67.8%)
25 to 34 Years35 (40.2%)50 (57.5%)
35 to 44 Years101 (58.4%)67 (38.7%)
45 to 54 Years50 (44.6%)62 (55.4%)
55 to 64 Years141 (64.1%)83 (37.7%)
65 to 74 Years126 (100.0%)26 (20.6%)
75 Years and over126 (100.0%)61 (48.4%)
Total786 (65.1%)567 (47.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Machias

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (18.8%)8 (11.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (9.8%)51 (41.8%)
35 to 64 Years79 (33.5%)98 (36.4%)
65 to 74 Years28 (68.3%)20 (23.5%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)46 (42.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Machias

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years6 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (8.9%)15 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years11 (26.8%)6 (7.1%)
75 Years and over14 (77.8%)13 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <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 Years14 (5.9%)15 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (25.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (9.8%)51 (41.8%)
35 to 64 Years66 (28.0%)64 (23.8%)
65 to 74 Years14 (34.2%)2 (2.4%)
75 Years and over9 (50.0%)25 (23.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (8.1%)58 (21.6%)
65 to 74 Years13 (31.7%)14 (16.5%)
75 Years and over13 (72.2%)41 (38.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (8.1%)39 (14.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (9.4%)
75 Years and over13 (72.2%)14 (13.0%)

Technology Access in Machias

Computing Device Access in Machias

Computing Device Access in Machias
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop35761.1%
Smartphone36161.8%
Tablet25443.5%
No Computing Device13122.4%
Total584100.0%

Internet Access in Machias

Internet Access in Machias
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet91.5%
Broadband Home29250.0%
Cellular Data Only9416.1%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet18932.4%
Total584100.0%

Machias Summary

History

The town of Machias, Maine is located in Washington County and is the county seat. It is situated on the Machias River, which is a tributary of the larger Narraguagus River. The town was first settled in 1763 by a group of settlers from Massachusetts, led by Captain Benjamin Church. The town was named after the river, which was named after the Native American tribe that lived in the area, the Machias.
The town was an important port during the Revolutionary War, as it was the site of the Battle of Machias, which was the first naval battle of the war. The town was also the site of the first naval victory of the war, when the colonists captured the British schooner Margaretta.
The town was incorporated in 1786 and has since grown to a population of over 2,000 people. The town is home to the University of Maine at Machias, which was founded in 1891.

Geography

Machias is located in the eastern part of Washington County, in the state of Maine. It is situated on the Machias River, which is a tributary of the larger Narraguagus River. The town is bordered by the towns of East Machias, Cutler, and Whiting.
The town has a total area of 24.2 square miles, of which 23.7 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water. The town is located in a rural area, with the majority of the land being used for farming and forestry.

Economy

The economy of Machias is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including potatoes, corn, and hay. The town is also home to several sawmills, which produce lumber for the local market.
The town is also home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The town is also home to the University of Maine at Machias, which provides employment for many of the town's residents.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town of Machias had a population of 2,221 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 16.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Machias?
Total Population of Machias is 1,331.
What is the Total Male Population of Machias?
Total Male Population of Machias is 618.
What is the Total Female Population of Machias?
Total Female Population of Machias is 713.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Machias?
There are 86.68 Males per 100 Females in Machias.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Machias?
There are 115.37 Females per 100 Males in Machias.
What is the Median Population Age in Machias?
Median Population Age in Machias is 52.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Machias
Average Family Size in Machias is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Machias
Average Household Size in Machias is 1.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Machias?
Per Capita income in Machias is $17,371.
What is the Median Family Income in Machias?
Median Family Income in Machias is $41,688.
What is the Median Household income in Machias?
Median Household Income in Machias is $25,278.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Machias?
Income or Wage Gap in Machias is 37.9%.
Women in Machias earn 62.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Machias?
Inequality or Gini Index in Machias is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Machias?
There are 474 People in the Labor Forcein in Machias.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Machias?
40.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Machias.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Machias?
Unemployment Rate in Machias is 8.6%.