Washburn, ME

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Washburn Overview

875
TOTAL POPULATION
429
MALE POPULATION
446
FEMALE POPULATION
96.19
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.96
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,375
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,938
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$35,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
12.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
87.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
327
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Washburn Zip Codes

Washburn Area Codes

Race in Washburn

The most populous races in Washburn are White / Caucasian (830 | 94.9%), Two or more Races (27 | 3.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (20 | 2.3%).
Race in Washburn
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino202.3%
Native / Alaskan40.5%
White / Caucasian83094.9%
Two or more Races273.1%
Some other Race141.6%
Total875100.0%

Ancestry in Washburn

The most populous ancestries reported in Washburn are French (177 | 20.2%), English (131 | 15.0%), American (100 | 11.4%), Irish (80 | 9.1%), and Canadian (52 | 5.9%), together accounting for 61.7% of all Washburn residents.
Ancestry in Washburn
Ancestry# Population% Population
American10011.4%
Arab40.5%
Cajun303.4%
Canadian525.9%
Central American Indian40.5%
Dutch70.8%
English13115.0%
French17720.2%
French Canadian273.1%
German242.7%
Irish809.1%
Italian222.5%
Lebanese40.5%
Norwegian101.1%
Polish80.9%
Puerto Rican40.5%
Scotch-Irish141.6%
Scottish131.5%
Spaniard161.8%
Swedish161.8%
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Immigrants in Washburn

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Washburn came from Canada (37 | 4.2%), Asia (4 | 0.5%), Europe (4 | 0.5%), Lebanon (4 | 0.5%), and Southern Europe (4 | 0.5%), together accounting for 6.1% of all Washburn residents.
Immigrants in Washburn
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia40.5%
Canada374.2%
Europe40.5%
Lebanon40.5%
Southern Europe40.5%
Spain40.5%
Western Asia40.5%
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Sex and Age in Washburn

Sex and Age in Washburn

The most populous age groups in Washburn are 60 to 64 Years (46 | 10.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (63 | 14.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Washburn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years29 (6.8%)19 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years28 (6.5%)30 (6.7%)
10 to 14 Years11 (2.6%)23 (5.2%)
15 to 19 Years18 (4.2%)13 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years14 (3.3%)7 (1.6%)
25 to 29 Years33 (7.7%)52 (11.7%)
30 to 34 Years43 (10.0%)27 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years16 (3.7%)19 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years29 (6.8%)16 (3.6%)
45 to 49 Years16 (3.7%)32 (7.2%)
50 to 54 Years13 (3.0%)19 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years37 (8.6%)25 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years46 (10.7%)24 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years19 (4.4%)63 (14.1%)
70 to 74 Years31 (7.2%)29 (6.5%)
75 to 79 Years21 (4.9%)7 (1.6%)
80 to 84 Years5 (1.2%)25 (5.6%)
85 Years and over20 (4.7%)16 (3.6%)
Total429 (100.0%)446 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Washburn

Median Family Size in Washburn

The median family size in Washburn is 2.64 persons per family, with married-couple families (228 | 83.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.71 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (20 | 7.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Washburn
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple228 (83.2%)2.71
Single Male/Father20 (7.3%)2.30
Single Female/Mother26 (9.5%)2.31
Total Families274 (100.0%)2.64

Median Household Size in Washburn

The median household size in Washburn is 2.20 persons per household, with married-couple households (228 | 57.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.75 persons per household. non-family households (124 | 31.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Washburn
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple228 (57.3%)2.75
Single Male/Father20 (5.0%)2.30
Single Female/Mother26 (6.5%)2.42
Non-family124 (31.2%)1.12
Total Households398 (100.0%)2.20

Household Size by Marriage Status in Washburn

Out of a total of 398 households in Washburn, 274 (68.8%) are family households, while 124 (31.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 157, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 111.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Washburn
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-111 (27.9%)
2-Person Households157 (39.5%)13 (3.3%)
3-Person Households67 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households28 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households10 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households12 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total274 (68.8%)124 (31.2%)

Female Fertility in Washburn

Fertility by Age in Washburn

Average fertility rate in Washburn is 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 47.0 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 Washburn
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)47.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total4 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washburn

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Washburn
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Washburn

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Washburn
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)190.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total4 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washburn

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Washburn
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
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%)4 (100.0%)

Income in Washburn

Income Overview in Washburn

Per Capita Income in Washburn is $23,375, while median incomes of families and households are $55,938 and $35,000 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income875$23,375
Median Family Income274$55,938
Mean Family Income274$64,329
Median Household Income398$35,000
Mean Household Income398$50,792
Income Deficit274$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)87512.36%
Wage / Income Gap ($)87587.64¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8750.44

Earnings by Sex in Washburn

Average Earnings in Washburn are $41,250, $44,063 for men and $38,618 for women, a difference of 12.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Washburn
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male174 (53.2%)$44,063
Female153 (46.8%)$38,618
Total327 (100.0%)$41,250

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washburn

The most common earnings brackets in Washburn are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (28 | 16.1%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (37 | 24.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Washburn
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less4 (2.3%)10 (6.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)5 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49914 (8.1%)6 (3.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (8.1%)5 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)9 (5.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99912 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9993 (1.7%)9 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9993 (1.7%)6 (3.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9998 (4.6%)37 (24.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99928 (16.1%)13 (8.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99921 (12.1%)6 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)17 (11.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99922 (12.6%)7 (4.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99928 (16.1%)10 (6.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99913 (7.5%)3 (2.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)10 (6.5%)
Total174 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washburn

Average earnings in Washburn are $47,000 for men and $38,553 for women, a difference of 18.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,167, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,964. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $106,667, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $37,396.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Washburn
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$41,964$0
College or Associate's Degree$47,679$37,396
Bachelor's Degree$68,167$39,271
Graduate Degree--
Total$47,000$38,553

Family Income in Washburn

Family Income Brackets in Washburn

According to the Washburn family income data, there are 62 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Washburn
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00093.3%
$10,000 to $14,999103.6%
$15,000 to $24,999176.2%
$25,000 to $34,9996222.6%
$35,000 to $49,9992910.6%
$50,000 to $74,9994014.6%
$75,000 to $99,9994416.1%
$100,000 to $149,9995219.0%
$150,000 to $199,999114.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washburn

3-person families (57 | 20.8%) account for the highest median family income in Washburn with $89,583 per family, while 3-person families (57 | 20.8%) have the highest median income of $29,861 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Washburn
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families167 (61.0%)$31,964
3-Person Families57 (20.8%)$89,583
4-Person Families32 (11.7%)$85,625
5-Person Families6 (2.2%)$0
6-Person Families12 (4.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total274 (100.0%)$55,938

Family Income by Number of Earners in Washburn

Family Income by Number of Earners in Washburn
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners108 (39.4%)$29,444
1 Earner56 (20.4%)$66,667
2 Earners102 (37.2%)$103,553
3+ Earners8 (2.9%)$0
Total274 (100.0%)$55,938

Household Income in Washburn

Household Income Brackets in Washburn

With 70 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Washburn, accounting for 17.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Washburn
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000348.5%
$10,000 to $14,999317.8%
$15,000 to $24,9997017.6%
$25,000 to $34,9996416.1%
$35,000 to $49,9994912.3%
$50,000 to $74,999348.5%
$75,000 to $99,9994912.3%
$100,000 to $149,9995614.1%
$150,000 to $199,999112.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Washburn

The median household income in Washburn is $35,000, with the highest median household income of $89,583 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 105 households (26.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Washburn
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years105 (26.4%)$89,583
45 to 64 Years126 (31.7%)$0
65+ Years167 (42.0%)$30,107
Total398 (100.0%)$35,000

Poverty in Washburn

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washburn

With 17.0% poverty level for males and 15.0% for females among the residents of Washburn, 55 to 64 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 36 males (43.4%) and 23 females (46.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Washburn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (13.8%)4 (21.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 Years4 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years6 (7.9%)9 (11.4%)
35 to 44 Years17 (37.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (20.7%)9 (17.6%)
55 to 64 Years36 (43.4%)23 (46.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (8.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (29.2%)
Total73 (17.0%)67 (15.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Washburn

According to the poverty statistics in Washburn, males aged 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 Washburn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (86.2%)15 (78.9%)
5 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (77.8%)7 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years70 (92.1%)70 (88.6%)
35 to 44 Years28 (62.2%)35 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years23 (79.3%)42 (82.4%)
55 to 64 Years47 (56.6%)26 (53.1%)
65 to 74 Years50 (100.0%)84 (91.3%)
75 Years and over46 (100.0%)34 (70.8%)
Total356 (83.0%)379 (85.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Washburn

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Washburn show that 5.3% or 12 of the total 228 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 8.4%, comprising of 12 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 Washburn
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children131 (91.6%)12 (8.4%)
1 or 2 Children71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (94.7%)12 (5.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washburn

According to the poverty data in Washburn, 70.0% or 14 single-father households and 38.5% or 10 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (82.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (42.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Washburn
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children14 (82.4%)3 (42.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (36.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (70.0%)10 (38.5%)

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

The poverty data for Washburn shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (5.3%) and 24 of the single-parent households (52.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (8.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (70.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Washburn
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (8.4%)17 (70.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (31.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (5.3%)24 (52.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Washburn

Employment by Class of Employer in Washburn

Among the 301 employed individuals in Washburn, private company employees (201 | 66.8%), not-for-profit organizations (48 | 16.0%), and federal government employees (19 | 6.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Washburn
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees20166.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)31.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)51.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations4816.0%
Local Government Employees103.3%
State Government Employees155.0%
Federal Government Employees196.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total301100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Washburn

According to the labor force statistics for Washburn, out of the total population over 16 years of age (723), 45.2% or 327 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.0% or 26 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 92.9% or 65 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.7% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Washburn
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (52.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years10 (47.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years67 (78.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years65 (92.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years70 (87.5%)17 (24.3%)
45 to 54 Years42 (52.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years35 (56.5%)9 (25.7%)
60 to 64 Years19 (27.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total327 (45.2%)26 (8.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washburn

According to labor force statistics for Washburn, 66.7% of individuals (298) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (447) are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 26 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 95.7% or 132 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 74.3% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Washburn
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School35 (50.0%)52 (74.3%)
High School Diploma63 (53.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree68 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher132 (95.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total298 (66.7%)39 (8.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Washburn

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Washburn are Community & Social Service (43 | 14.3%), Business & Financial (34 | 11.3%), Education Instruction & Library (26 | 8.6%), Management (22 | 7.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (13 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Washburn

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Washburn, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (50.0%), and Business & Financial (47.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Washburn
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
Business & Financial16 (47.1%)18 (52.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 18 (41.9%)25 (58.1%)
Education, Arts & Media6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (46.2%)14 (53.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)47 (40.2%)70 (59.8%)
Total (Overall)154 (51.2%)147 (48.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Washburn are Cleaning & Maintenance (22 | 7.3%), Personal Care & Service (10 | 3.3%), Healthcare Support (3 | 1.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (2 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Washburn

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Washburn, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (77.3%), and Personal Care & Service (40.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (60.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Washburn
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)3 (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%)2 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance17 (77.3%)5 (22.7%)
Personal Care & Service4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Total (Category)21 (56.8%)16 (43.2%)
Total (Overall)154 (51.2%)147 (48.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Washburn are Sales & Related (55 | 18.3%), and Office & Administration (8 | 2.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Washburn

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Washburn
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related22 (40.0%)33 (60.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)22 (34.9%)41 (65.1%)
Total (Overall)154 (51.2%)147 (48.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Washburn are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (40 | 13.3%), Construction & Extraction (7 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Washburn

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Washburn
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)154 (51.2%)147 (48.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Washburn are Material Moving (14 | 4.6%), Production (13 | 4.3%), and Transportation (7 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Washburn

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Washburn
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3 (23.1%)10 (76.9%)
Transportation3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Material Moving8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
Total (Category)14 (41.2%)20 (58.8%)
Total (Overall)154 (51.2%)147 (48.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Washburn

Employment Industries in Washburn

The major employment industries in Washburn include Retail Trade (61 | 20.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (58 | 19.3%), Manufacturing (34 | 11.3%), Educational Services (32 | 10.6%), and Finance & Insurance (17 | 5.7%).
Employment Industries in Washburn

Employment Industries by Sex in Washburn

The Washburn industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Public Administration (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.0%), and Professional & Scientific (69.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Washburn
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing25 (73.5%)9 (26.5%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade26 (42.6%)35 (57.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (70.6%)5 (29.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Educational Services15 (46.9%)17 (53.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (19.0%)47 (81.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total154 (51.2%)147 (48.8%)

Education in Washburn

School Enrollment in Washburn

The most common levels of schooling among the 167 students in Washburn are high school (45 | 27.0%), elementary school (35 | 21.0%), and nursery / preschool (27 | 16.2%).
School Enrollment in Washburn
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2716.2%
Kindergarten84.8%
Elementary School3521.0%
Middle School2414.4%
High School4527.0%
College / Undergraduate1710.2%
Graduate / Professional116.6%
Total167100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washburn

Out of a total of 167 students who are enrolled in schools in Washburn, 12 (7.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 155 (92.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (50.0% 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 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Washburn
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds18 (66.7%)9 (33.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total155 (92.8%)12 (7.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washburn

Business (35 | 21.5%), education (25 | 15.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (24 | 14.7%), liberal arts & history (23 | 14.1%), and science & technology (13 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 163 individuals in Washburn who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Washburn
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2414.7%
Physical & Health Sciences106.1%
Psychology106.1%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies74.3%
Science & Technology138.0%
Business3521.5%
Education2515.3%
Literature & Languages21.2%
Liberal Arts & History2314.1%
Visual & Performing Arts42.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities74.3%
Total163100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Washburn

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Washburn

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Washburn are males with 2 vehicles (65, accounting for 42.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (65, making up 44.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Washburn
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle9 (5.8%)22 (15.0%)
2 Vehicles65 (42.2%)65 (44.2%)
3 Vehicles53 (34.4%)30 (20.4%)
4 Vehicles27 (17.5%)30 (20.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total154 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Washburn

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Washburn are 20 to 24 minutes (76 commuters, 26.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (64 commuters, 22.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (38 commuters, 13.3%).
Commute Time in Washburn
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes72.5%
5 to 9 Minutes134.5%
10 to 14 Minutes3813.3%
15 to 19 Minutes3311.5%
20 to 24 Minutes7626.6%
25 to 29 Minutes248.4%
30 to 34 Minutes6422.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes72.5%
45 to 59 Minutes155.2%
60 to 89 Minutes62.1%
90 or more Minutes31.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Washburn

The most common commute times in Washburn are 20 to 24 minutes (38 commuters, 26.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (38 commuters, 26.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Washburn
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes4 (2.8%)9 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes12 (8.3%)26 (18.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes15 (10.4%)18 (12.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes38 (26.4%)38 (26.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (11.8%)7 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes27 (18.8%)37 (26.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes7 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes15 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes6 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes3 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washburn

The most frequent times of departure to work in Washburn are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (29, 20.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (32, 22.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Washburn
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM15 (10.4%)4 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (2.1%)19 (13.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (6.2%)17 (12.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM21 (14.6%)14 (9.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM25 (17.4%)14 (9.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (20.1%)32 (22.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (4.9%)3 (2.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)16 (11.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (4.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM12 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (2.8%)9 (6.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (7.6%)8 (5.6%)
Total144 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Washburn

Occupancy by Ownership in Washburn

Of the total 398 dwellings in Washburn, owner-occupied units account for 245 (61.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 153 (38.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Washburn
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units24561.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units15338.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units398100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Washburn

Occupancy by Household Size in Washburn
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11127.9%
2-Person Household17042.7%
3-Person Household6716.8%
4+ Person Household5012.6%
Total Housing Units398100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washburn

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Washburn
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household8 (7.2%)103 (92.8%)
2-Person Household129 (75.9%)41 (24.1%)
3-Person Household58 (86.6%)9 (13.4%)
4+ Person Household50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units245 (61.6%)153 (38.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washburn

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Washburn
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School27 (36.0%)48 (64.0%)
High School Diploma78 (52.3%)71 (47.6%)
College/Associate Degree64 (73.6%)23 (26.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher76 (87.4%)11 (12.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washburn

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Washburn
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6917.3%
35 to 44 Years369.0%
45 to 54 Years348.5%
55 to 64 Years9223.1%
65 to 74 Years9523.9%
75 to 84 Years4010.1%
85 Years and Over328.0%
Total398100.0%

Housing Finances in Washburn

Median Income by Occupancy in Washburn

Median Income by Occupancy in Washburn
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied245 (61.6%)$56,964
Renter-Occupied153 (38.4%)$17,208
Average398 (100.0%)$35,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washburn

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Washburn
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (4.9%)13 (8.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)9 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (1.2%)28 (18.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (2.9%)44 (28.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)19 (12.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99947 (19.2%)17 (11.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (18.0%)5 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (9.0%)12 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (17.5%)6 (3.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99956 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more11 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total245 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washburn

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Washburn
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003 (1.2%)13 (8.5%)
$300 to $49970 (28.6%)87 (56.9%)
$500 to $79949 (20.0%)39 (25.5%)
$800 to $99929 (11.8%)3 (2.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49971 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99920 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total245 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Washburn

Housing Structures in Washburn

Housing Structures in Washburn
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached21654.3%
Single Unit, Attached61.5%
2 Unit Apartments143.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9624.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments143.5%
10 or more Apartments205.0%
Mobile Home / Other328.0%
Total398100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washburn

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Washburn
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached199 (92.1%)17 (7.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)96 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total245 (61.6%)153 (38.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washburn

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Washburn
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)29 (19.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)77 (50.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms115 (46.9%)36 (23.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms90 (36.7%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms40 (16.3%)11 (7.2%)
Total245 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washburn

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Washburn
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas13 (5.3%)19 (12.4%)
Electricity35 (14.3%)26 (17.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene172 (70.2%)96 (62.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)6 (3.9%)
All other Fuels25 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)6 (3.9%)
Total245 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Washburn

Household Vehicle Usage in Washburn
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle4 (1.6%)40 (26.1%)
1 Vehicle22 (9.0%)101 (66.0%)
2 Vehicles158 (64.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles61 (24.9%)12 (7.8%)
Total245 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Washburn

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Washburn

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units130115
Median Property Value$77,900$105,900
Median Household Income$36,667$11
Monthly Housing Costs$485$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,358$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washburn

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Washburn
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00019 (14.6%)9 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99976 (58.5%)41 (35.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99932 (24.6%)62 (53.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (2.3%)3 (2.6%)
$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%)
Total130 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washburn

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Washburn
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9996 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (33.1%)4 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (14.6%)4 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (9.2%)25 (21.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (17.7%)10 (8.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (11.5%)20 (17.4%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)41 (35.6%)
Total130 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washburn

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Washburn
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x47 (36.1%)87,917 (76,449.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x55 (42.3%)81 (70.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (6.1%)24 (20.9%)
4.0x or more17 (13.1%)6 (5.2%)
Total130 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washburn

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Washburn
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80019 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49963 (48.5%)11 (9.6%)
$800 to $1,49948 (36.9%)25 (21.7%)
Total130 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Washburn

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washburn

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washburn
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years102 (95.3%)5 (4.7%)
19 to 25 Years24 (70.6%)10 (29.4%)
26 to 34 Years131 (92.2%)11 (7.7%)
35 to 44 Years77 (96.3%)3 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years66 (82.5%)14 (17.5%)
55 to 64 Years112 (84.9%)20 (15.1%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total812 (92.8%)63 (7.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washburn

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Washburn
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen102 (95.3%)5 (4.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen24 (70.6%)10 (29.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washburn

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Washburn
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000169 (96.6%)6 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999230 (90.9%)23 (9.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99995 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99980 (74.1%)28 (25.9%)
$100,000 and over238 (97.5%)6 (2.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washburn

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Washburn
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 615 (23.4%)49 (76.6%)
6 to 18 Years35 (32.7%)67 (62.6%)
19 to 25 Years9 (26.5%)15 (44.1%)
25 to 34 Years17 (12.0%)116 (81.7%)
35 to 44 Years35 (43.8%)42 (52.5%)
45 to 54 Years24 (30.0%)42 (52.5%)
55 to 64 Years77 (58.3%)61 (46.2%)
65 to 74 Years139 (97.9%)69 (48.6%)
75 Years and over94 (100.0%)54 (57.5%)
Total445 (50.9%)515 (58.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washburn

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Washburn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (24.5%)7 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years9 (9.6%)17 (19.8%)
35 to 64 Years41 (26.1%)59 (43.7%)
65 to 74 Years4 (8.0%)14 (15.2%)
75 Years and over29 (63.0%)31 (64.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Washburn

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Washburn: <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 Years7 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (3.8%)7 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (8.0%)3 (3.3%)
75 Years and over29 (63.0%)19 (39.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Washburn: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years3 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (6.4%)7 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (26.1%)6 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Washburn: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (24.5%)3 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years2 (2.1%)17 (19.8%)
35 to 64 Years7 (4.5%)30 (22.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (6.5%)8 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Washburn: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (4.6%)
35 to 64 Years34 (21.7%)41 (30.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (7.6%)
75 Years and over25 (54.3%)14 (29.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Washburn: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.4%)
75 Years and over12 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Washburn

Computing Device Access in Washburn

Computing Device Access in Washburn
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25965.1%
Smartphone28972.6%
Tablet25163.1%
No Computing Device399.8%
Total398100.0%

Internet Access in Washburn

Internet Access in Washburn
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home26366.1%
Cellular Data Only225.5%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet11328.4%
Total398100.0%

Washburn Summary

Washburn is a town located in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 2,717 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Presque Isle Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Washburn was first settled in 1825 by a group of settlers from New Hampshire. The town was named after William Washburn, a prominent local businessman. The first sawmill was built in 1827, and the first gristmill in 1829. The town was incorporated in 1836.
In the late 19th century, Washburn was a major lumbering center. The town was home to several sawmills, a gristmill, a shingle mill, and a planing mill. The lumber industry declined in the early 20th century, and the town's economy shifted to agriculture and small businesses.

Geography

Washburn is located in northern Aroostook County, in the center of the state. It is bordered to the north by the town of Caribou, to the east by the town of Stockholm, to the south by the town of Perham, and to the west by the town of New Sweden.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 35.2 square miles (91.2 km2), of which 34.9 square miles (90.5 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km2) is water.

Economy

The economy of Washburn is largely based on agriculture and small businesses. The town is home to several farms, as well as a number of small businesses, including a lumber mill, a sawmill, a gristmill, a shingle mill, and a planing mill.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 2,717 people, 1,093 households, and 745 families residing in the town. The population density was 77.7 people per square mile (30.0/km2). There were 1,183 housing units at an average density of 33.8 per square mile (13.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 27.2% 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 2.45 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% 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 $30,938 versus $21,964 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 8.2% 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 Washburn?
Total Population of Washburn is 875.
What is the Total Male Population of Washburn?
Total Male Population of Washburn is 429.
What is the Total Female Population of Washburn?
Total Female Population of Washburn is 446.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Washburn?
There are 96.19 Males per 100 Females in Washburn.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Washburn?
There are 103.96 Females per 100 Males in Washburn.
What is the Median Population Age in Washburn?
Median Population Age in Washburn is 46.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Washburn
Average Family Size in Washburn is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Washburn
Average Household Size in Washburn is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Washburn?
Per Capita income in Washburn is $23,375.
What is the Median Family Income in Washburn?
Median Family Income in Washburn is $55,938.
What is the Median Household income in Washburn?
Median Household Income in Washburn is $35,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Washburn?
Income or Wage Gap in Washburn is 12.4%.
Women in Washburn earn 87.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Washburn?
Inequality or Gini Index in Washburn is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Washburn?
There are 327 People in the Labor Forcein in Washburn.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Washburn?
45.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Washburn.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Washburn?
Unemployment Rate in Washburn is 8.0%.