Bar Harbor, ME

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Bar Harbor Overview

2,154
TOTAL POPULATION
1,158
MALE POPULATION
996
FEMALE POPULATION
116.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,268
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,443
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,917
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,177
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Bar Harbor Zip Codes

Bar Harbor Area Codes

Race in Bar Harbor

The most populous races in Bar Harbor are White / Caucasian (1,849 | 85.8%), Black / African American (181 | 8.4%), and Asian (46 | 2.1%).
Race in Bar Harbor
Race# Population% Population
Asian462.1%
Black / African American1818.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino211.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,84985.8%
Two or more Races341.6%
Some other Race442.0%
Total2,154100.0%

Ancestry in Bar Harbor

The most populous ancestries reported in Bar Harbor are English (358 | 16.6%), Italian (269 | 12.5%), Irish (240 | 11.1%), German (174 | 8.1%), and French (111 | 5.1%), together accounting for 53.5% of all Bar Harbor residents.
Ancestry in Bar Harbor
Ancestry# Population% Population
African211.0%
American632.9%
Arab130.6%
Bhutanese150.7%
Canadian170.8%
Czechoslovakian110.5%
Dominican30.1%
English35816.6%
European462.1%
French1115.1%
French Canadian281.3%
German1748.1%
Hungarian120.6%
Iranian130.6%
Irish24011.1%
Italian26912.5%
Jamaican301.4%
Mexican180.8%
Norwegian180.8%
Pakistani311.4%
Polish572.6%
Russian231.1%
Scotch-Irish773.6%
Scottish442.0%
Subsaharan African211.0%
Swedish351.6%
Ukrainian351.6%
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Immigrants in Bar Harbor

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bar Harbor came from Africa (96 | 4.5%), Eastern Africa (75 | 3.5%), Kenya (75 | 3.5%), Caribbean (30 | 1.4%), and Jamaica (30 | 1.4%), together accounting for 14.2% of all Bar Harbor residents.
Immigrants in Bar Harbor
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa964.5%
Asia281.3%
Canada100.5%
Caribbean301.4%
Eastern Africa753.5%
Eastern Asia150.7%
Iran130.6%
Jamaica301.4%
Japan150.7%
Kenya753.5%
Latin America301.4%
South Africa211.0%
South Central Asia130.6%
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Sex and Age in Bar Harbor

Sex and Age in Bar Harbor

The most populous age groups in Bar Harbor are 15 to 19 Years (234 | 20.2%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (162 | 16.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bar Harbor
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years68 (5.9%)108 (10.8%)
10 to 14 Years9 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years234 (20.2%)41 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Years70 (6.0%)162 (16.3%)
25 to 29 Years164 (14.2%)47 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Years54 (4.7%)39 (3.9%)
35 to 39 Years51 (4.4%)23 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years96 (8.3%)49 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years30 (2.6%)64 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years105 (9.1%)149 (15.0%)
60 to 64 Years58 (5.0%)75 (7.5%)
65 to 69 Years78 (6.7%)106 (10.6%)
70 to 74 Years18 (1.5%)18 (1.8%)
75 to 79 Years7 (0.6%)31 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years54 (4.7%)40 (4.0%)
85 Years and over18 (1.5%)44 (4.4%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)996 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bar Harbor

Median Family Size in Bar Harbor

The median family size in Bar Harbor is 2.77 persons per family, with single female/mother families (54 | 13.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.91 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (316 | 80.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.53 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bar Harbor
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple316 (80.8%)2.53
Single Male/Father21 (5.4%)3.43
Single Female/Mother54 (13.8%)3.91
Total Families391 (100.0%)2.77

Median Household Size in Bar Harbor

The median household size in Bar Harbor is 2.11 persons per household, with single male/father households (21 | 2.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 7 persons per household. non-family households (483 | 55.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bar Harbor
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple316 (36.2%)2.59
Single Male/Father21 (2.4%)7.00
Single Female/Mother54 (6.2%)4.80
Non-family483 (55.3%)1.28
Total Households874 (100.0%)2.11

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bar Harbor

Out of a total of 874 households in Bar Harbor, 391 (44.7%) are family households, while 483 (55.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 220, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 361.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bar Harbor
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-361 (41.3%)
2-Person Households220 (25.2%)122 (14.0%)
3-Person Households71 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households49 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households51 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total391 (44.7%)483 (55.3%)

Female Fertility in Bar Harbor

Fertility by Age in Bar Harbor

Female Fertility by Age in Bar Harbor
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 Bar Harbor

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bar Harbor
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 Bar Harbor

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bar Harbor
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 Bar Harbor

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bar Harbor
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 Bar Harbor

Income Overview in Bar Harbor

Per Capita Income in Bar Harbor is $33,268, while median incomes of families and households are $77,443 and $46,917 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,154$33,268
Median Family Income391$77,443
Mean Family Income391$114,155
Median Household Income874$46,917
Mean Household Income874$78,284
Income Deficit391$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,15426.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,15473.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,1540.52

Earnings by Sex in Bar Harbor

Average Earnings in Bar Harbor are $34,732, $27,935 for men and $38,105 for women, a difference of 26.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Bar Harbor
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male740 (58.7%)$27,935
Female520 (41.3%)$38,105
Total1,260 (100.0%)$34,732

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bar Harbor

The most common earnings brackets in Bar Harbor are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (106 | 14.3%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (123 | 23.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bar Harbor
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less47 (6.4%)11 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99949 (6.6%)6 (1.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49988 (11.9%)13 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99935 (4.7%)10 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49977 (10.4%)11 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99917 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49923 (3.1%)48 (9.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99922 (3.0%)15 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99969 (9.3%)28 (5.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99922 (3.0%)42 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)123 (23.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99918 (2.4%)44 (8.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99930 (4.1%)18 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99938 (5.1%)11 (2.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99954 (7.3%)37 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (14.3%)96 (18.5%)
$100,000+24 (3.2%)7 (1.3%)
Total740 (100.0%)520 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bar Harbor

Average earnings in Bar Harbor are $45,417 for men and $39,718 for women, a difference of 12.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $54,643, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $30,057. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,348, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,268.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bar Harbor
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,792$25,268
College or Associate's Degree$30,057$39,671
Bachelor's Degree$54,643$49,896
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,417$39,718

Family Income in Bar Harbor

Family Income Brackets in Bar Harbor

According to the Bar Harbor family income data, there are 113 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Bar Harbor
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999369.2%
$35,000 to $49,999256.4%
$50,000 to $74,99911328.9%
$75,000 to $99,9997920.2%
$100,000 to $149,9999123.3%
$150,000 to $199,999153.8%
$200,000+328.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bar Harbor

3-person families (65 | 16.6%) account for the highest median family income in Bar Harbor with $121,089 per family, while 3-person families (65 | 16.6%) have the highest median income of $40,363 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bar Harbor
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families241 (61.6%)$72,813
3-Person Families65 (16.6%)$121,089
4-Person Families77 (19.7%)$0
5-Person Families8 (2.1%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total391 (100.0%)$77,443

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bar Harbor

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bar Harbor
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners93 (23.8%)$41,641
1 Earner68 (17.4%)$0
2 Earners230 (58.8%)$94,891
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total391 (100.0%)$77,443

Household Income in Bar Harbor

Household Income Brackets in Bar Harbor

With 136 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Bar Harbor, accounting for 15.6% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (2.2%) fall into the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Bar Harbor
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000566.4%
$10,000 to $14,99912514.3%
$15,000 to $24,999192.2%
$25,000 to $34,99910812.4%
$35,000 to $49,99913615.6%
$50,000 to $74,99911713.4%
$75,000 to $99,9999310.6%
$100,000 to $149,99910311.8%
$150,000 to $199,999708.0%
$200,000+475.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bar Harbor

The median household income in Bar Harbor is $46,917, with the highest median household income of $90,167 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 354 households (40.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 56 households (6.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bar Harbor
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years56 (6.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years197 (22.5%)$53,869
45 to 64 Years354 (40.5%)$90,167
65+ Years267 (30.5%)$31,761
Total874 (100.0%)$46,917

Poverty in Bar Harbor

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bar Harbor

With 18.2% poverty level for males and 20.0% for females among the residents of Bar Harbor, 25 to 34 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 113 males (51.8%) and 110 females (72.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bar Harbor
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 Years21 (33.3%)110 (72.4%)
25 to 34 Years113 (51.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years32 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)21 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (13.9%)52 (53.1%)
Total177 (18.2%)183 (20.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bar Harbor

According to the poverty statistics in Bar Harbor, 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 Bar Harbor
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years68 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years42 (66.7%)42 (27.6%)
25 to 34 Years105 (48.2%)86 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years51 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years94 (74.6%)113 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years163 (100.0%)203 (90.6%)
65 to 74 Years96 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)
75 Years and over68 (86.1%)46 (46.9%)
Total794 (81.8%)730 (80.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bar Harbor

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bar Harbor
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children243 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total316 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bar Harbor

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bar Harbor
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bar Harbor
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Bar Harbor

Employment by Class of Employer in Bar Harbor

Among the 1,031 employed individuals in Bar Harbor, private company employees (481 | 46.7%), not-for-profit organizations (299 | 29.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (102 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bar Harbor
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees48146.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)858.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1029.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations29929.0%
Local Government Employees535.1%
State Government Employees111.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,031100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bar Harbor

According to the labor force statistics for Bar Harbor, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,871), 62.9% or 1,177 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.6% or 125 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 100.0% or 74 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 68.5% or 74 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bar Harbor
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years114 (51.6%)13 (11.4%)
20 to 24 Years87 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years146 (69.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years77 (82.8%)27 (35.1%)
35 to 44 Years74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years239 (100.0%)11 (4.6%)
55 to 59 Years218 (85.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years102 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years108 (49.1%)74 (68.5%)
75 Years and over12 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,177 (62.9%)125 (10.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bar Harbor

According to labor force statistics for Bar Harbor, 85.3% of individuals (856) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,004) are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 38 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 21 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.5% or 38 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bar Harbor
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma192 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree136 (59.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher507 (96.8%)39 (7.5%)
Total856 (85.3%)44 (4.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bar Harbor

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bar Harbor are Community & Social Service (196 | 18.6%), Management (162 | 15.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (93 | 8.8%), Education Instruction & Library (93 | 8.8%), and Business & Financial (70 | 6.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bar Harbor

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bar Harbor, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (77.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (93.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bar Harbor
OccupationMaleFemale
Management108 (66.7%)54 (33.3%)
Business & Financial40 (57.1%)30 (42.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science48 (51.6%)45 (48.4%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 55 (28.1%)141 (71.9%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (6.5%)43 (93.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library18 (19.4%)75 (80.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)295 (52.2%)270 (47.8%)
Total (Overall)631 (60.0%)421 (40.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bar Harbor are Cleaning & Maintenance (126 | 12.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (58 | 5.5%), Healthcare Support (19 | 1.8%), and Personal Care & Service (12 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Bar Harbor

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Bar Harbor, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (89.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (10.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Bar Harbor
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)19 (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 & Serving52 (89.7%)6 (10.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)190 (88.4%)25 (11.6%)
Total (Overall)631 (60.0%)421 (40.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bar Harbor are Sales & Related (86 | 8.2%), and Office & Administration (68 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bar Harbor

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bar Harbor
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related18 (20.9%)68 (79.1%)
Office & Administration38 (55.9%)30 (44.1%)
Total (Category)56 (36.4%)98 (63.6%)
Total (Overall)631 (60.0%)421 (40.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bar Harbor are , and Construction & Extraction (58 | 5.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bar Harbor

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bar Harbor
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)631 (60.0%)421 (40.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bar Harbor are , and Production (60 | 5.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bar Harbor

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bar Harbor
OccupationMaleFemale
Production32 (53.3%)28 (46.7%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)32 (53.3%)28 (46.7%)
Total (Overall)631 (60.0%)421 (40.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bar Harbor

Employment Industries in Bar Harbor

The major employment industries in Bar Harbor include Professional & Scientific (169 | 16.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (158 | 15.0%), Educational Services (155 | 14.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (149 | 14.2%), and Retail Trade (128 | 12.2%).
Employment Industries in Bar Harbor

Employment Industries by Sex in Bar Harbor

The Bar Harbor industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Retail Trade (75.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bar Harbor
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing108 (94.7%)6 (5.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Retail Trade32 (25.0%)96 (75.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific101 (59.8%)68 (40.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services79 (51.0%)76 (49.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance86 (54.4%)72 (45.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services114 (76.5%)35 (23.5%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total631 (60.0%)421 (40.0%)

Education in Bar Harbor

School Enrollment in Bar Harbor

The most common levels of schooling among the 660 students in Bar Harbor are college / undergraduate (364 | 55.1%), elementary school (170 | 25.8%), and high school (54 | 8.2%).
School Enrollment in Bar Harbor
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool446.7%
Kindergarten60.9%
Elementary School17025.8%
Middle School91.4%
High School548.2%
College / Undergraduate36455.1%
Graduate / Professional132.0%
Total660100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bar Harbor

Out of a total of 660 students who are enrolled in schools in Bar Harbor, 181 (27.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 479 (72.6%) 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 44 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bar Harbor
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old165 (93.8%)11 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds192 (86.9%)29 (13.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds59 (73.8%)21 (26.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total479 (72.6%)181 (27.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bar Harbor

Bio, nature & agricultural (136 | 20.0%), social sciences (112 | 16.5%), education (75 | 11.0%), business (72 | 10.6%), and visual & performing arts (52 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 680 individuals in Bar Harbor who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bar Harbor
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural13620.0%
Physical & Health Sciences131.9%
Psychology182.6%
Social Sciences11216.5%
Engineering487.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology324.7%
Business7210.6%
Education7511.0%
Literature & Languages405.9%
Liberal Arts & History345.0%
Visual & Performing Arts527.6%
Communications487.1%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total680100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bar Harbor

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bar Harbor

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bar Harbor are males with 2 vehicles (238, accounting for 43.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (204, making up 60.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bar Harbor
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle214 (38.6%)113 (28.7%)
2 Vehicles238 (43.0%)204 (51.8%)
3 Vehicles12 (2.2%)34 (8.6%)
4 Vehicles90 (16.3%)43 (10.9%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total554 (100.0%)394 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bar Harbor

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bar Harbor are 5 to 9 minutes (351 commuters, 36.4%), less than 5 minutes (162 commuters, 16.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (146 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Bar Harbor
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16216.8%
5 to 9 Minutes35136.4%
10 to 14 Minutes14615.1%
15 to 19 Minutes10611.0%
20 to 24 Minutes323.3%
25 to 29 Minutes606.2%
30 to 34 Minutes586.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes111.1%
45 to 59 Minutes383.9%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Bar Harbor

The most common commute times in Bar Harbor are 5 to 9 minutes (212 commuters, 37.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (139 commuters, 34.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bar Harbor
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes36 (6.4%)126 (31.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes212 (37.9%)139 (34.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes95 (17.0%)51 (12.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes25 (4.5%)81 (20.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes32 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes60 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes51 (9.1%)7 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes11 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes38 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bar Harbor

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bar Harbor are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (127, 22.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (79, 19.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bar Harbor
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)28 (6.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)14 (3.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM48 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (4.1%)50 (12.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM60 (10.7%)68 (16.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM79 (14.1%)79 (19.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM95 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM127 (22.7%)49 (12.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)38 (9.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM90 (16.1%)51 (12.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM14 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3 (0.5%)6 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM21 (3.7%)21 (5.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total560 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bar Harbor

Occupancy by Ownership in Bar Harbor

Of the total 874 dwellings in Bar Harbor, owner-occupied units account for 383 (43.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 491 (56.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bar Harbor
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units38343.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units49156.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units874100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bar Harbor

Occupancy by Household Size in Bar Harbor
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household36141.3%
2-Person Household34239.1%
3-Person Household718.1%
4+ Person Household10011.4%
Total Housing Units874100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bar Harbor

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bar Harbor
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household64 (17.7%)297 (82.3%)
2-Person Household208 (60.8%)134 (39.2%)
3-Person Household19 (26.8%)52 (73.2%)
4+ Person Household92 (92.0%)8 (8.0%)
Total Housing Units383 (43.8%)491 (56.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bar Harbor

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bar Harbor
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School16 (43.2%)21 (56.8%)
High School Diploma14 (6.2%)213 (93.8%)
College/Associate Degree111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher242 (48.5%)257 (51.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bar Harbor

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bar Harbor
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17920.5%
35 to 44 Years748.5%
45 to 54 Years14716.8%
55 to 64 Years20723.7%
65 to 74 Years13215.1%
75 to 84 Years9110.4%
85 Years and Over445.0%
Total874100.0%

Housing Finances in Bar Harbor

Median Income by Occupancy in Bar Harbor

Median Income by Occupancy in Bar Harbor
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied383 (43.8%)$90,083
Renter-Occupied491 (56.2%)$33,375
Average874 (100.0%)$46,917

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bar Harbor

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bar Harbor
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (3.4%)32 (6.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)125 (25.5%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)19 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99932 (8.4%)76 (15.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (6.5%)111 (22.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99955 (14.4%)62 (12.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99993 (24.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99972 (18.8%)31 (6.3%)
$150,000 or more82 (21.4%)35 (7.1%)
Total383 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bar Harbor

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bar Harbor
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)45 (9.2%)
$300 to $49936 (9.4%)17 (3.5%)
$500 to $79946 (12.0%)102 (20.8%)
$800 to $99966 (17.2%)139 (28.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49946 (12.0%)94 (19.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99979 (20.6%)52 (10.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49929 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99923 (6.0%)21 (4.3%)
$3,000 or more58 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total383 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bar Harbor

Housing Structures in Bar Harbor

Housing Structures in Bar Harbor
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached38443.9%
Single Unit, Attached556.3%
2 Unit Apartments14716.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15918.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments465.3%
10 or more Apartments839.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total874100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bar Harbor

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bar Harbor
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached293 (76.3%)91 (23.7%)
Single Unit, Attached55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments12 (8.2%)135 (91.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments23 (14.5%)136 (85.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total383 (43.8%)491 (56.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bar Harbor

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bar Harbor
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)48 (9.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (2.9%)209 (42.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms54 (14.1%)99 (20.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms115 (30.0%)70 (14.3%)
8 or more Rooms203 (53.0%)65 (13.2%)
Total383 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bar Harbor

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bar Harbor
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas83 (21.7%)66 (13.4%)
Electricity9 (2.4%)102 (20.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene257 (67.1%)323 (65.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels34 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total383 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bar Harbor

Household Vehicle Usage in Bar Harbor
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (3.4%)102 (20.8%)
1 Vehicle97 (25.3%)281 (57.2%)
2 Vehicles215 (56.1%)108 (22.0%)
3 or more Vehicles58 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total383 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bar Harbor

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bar Harbor

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units161222
Median Property Value$434,700$509,100
Median Household Income$76,193$58
Monthly Housing Costs$841$58
Real Estate Taxes$3,520$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bar Harbor

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bar Harbor
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)11 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99951 (31.7%)57 (25.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99953 (32.9%)41 (18.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99912 (7.4%)55 (24.8%)
$750,000 to $999,99925 (15.5%)15 (6.8%)
$1,000,000 or more20 (12.4%)43 (19.4%)
Total161 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bar Harbor

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bar Harbor
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)11 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (15.5%)32 (14.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (19.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99955 (34.2%)23 (10.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99912 (7.4%)38 (17.1%)
$150,000 or more24 (14.9%)60 (27.0%)
Total161 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bar Harbor

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bar Harbor
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x17 (10.6%)105,921 (47,712.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x7 (4.3%)45 (20.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x50 (31.1%)7 (3.2%)
4.0x or more74 (46.0%)12 (5.4%)
Total161 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bar Harbor

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bar Harbor
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total161 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bar Harbor

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bar Harbor

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bar Harbor
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years281 (84.6%)51 (15.4%)
19 to 25 Years375 (85.6%)63 (14.4%)
26 to 34 Years152 (67.3%)74 (32.7%)
35 to 44 Years53 (71.6%)21 (28.4%)
45 to 54 Years239 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years387 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,913 (90.1%)209 (9.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bar Harbor

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bar Harbor
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen281 (84.6%)51 (15.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen375 (85.6%)63 (14.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bar Harbor

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bar Harbor
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000193 (90.2%)21 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999306 (87.9%)42 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999273 (79.1%)72 (20.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over662 (89.9%)74 (10.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bar Harbor

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bar Harbor
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years116 (34.9%)270 (81.3%)
19 to 25 Years58 (13.2%)347 (79.2%)
25 to 34 Years73 (32.3%)95 (42.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)53 (71.6%)
45 to 54 Years21 (8.8%)218 (91.2%)
55 to 64 Years21 (5.4%)366 (94.6%)
65 to 74 Years205 (100.0%)139 (67.8%)
75 Years and over177 (100.0%)90 (50.8%)
Total671 (31.6%)1,622 (76.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bar Harbor

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bar Harbor
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%)110 (38.1%)
35 to 64 Years66 (19.4%)74 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over61 (77.2%)53 (54.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bar Harbor

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bar Harbor: <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 Years16 (4.7%)34 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over49 (62.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bar Harbor: <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%)75 (26.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (3.2%)19 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (22.8%)16 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bar Harbor: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (11.5%)21 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)31 (31.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bar Harbor: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (6.2%)19 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over48 (60.8%)22 (22.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bar Harbor: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)40 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)31 (31.6%)

Technology Access in Bar Harbor

Computing Device Access in Bar Harbor

Computing Device Access in Bar Harbor
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop69379.3%
Smartphone69579.5%
Tablet46453.1%
No Computing Device242.8%
Total874100.0%

Internet Access in Bar Harbor

Internet Access in Bar Harbor
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home65975.4%
Cellular Data Only14516.6%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet708.0%
Total874100.0%

Bar Harbor Summary

Bar Harbor, Maine is a small town located on the eastern coast of the United States. It is situated on Mount Desert Island, which is part of the larger Acadia National Park. The town has a population of 5,235 people as of the 2010 census.

History

Bar Harbor was first settled in 1763 by a group of French-Canadian fishermen. The town was originally called Eden, but was later renamed Bar Harbor in 1796. The name was derived from the sandbar that formed at the mouth of the harbor. The town quickly grew in popularity as a summer resort destination for wealthy families from the Northeast.
In the late 19th century, Bar Harbor became a popular destination for wealthy families from the Northeast. The town was home to many grand hotels and resorts, including the Bar Harbor Hotel, the Bar Harbor Inn, and the Asticou Inn. The town also became a popular destination for artists, writers, and musicians.
In 1947, a large fire destroyed much of the town. The fire was started by a spark from a passing train and quickly spread throughout the town. The fire destroyed over 1,000 buildings and left many of the town's residents homeless.

Geography

Bar Harbor is located on the eastern coast of the United States, on Mount Desert Island. The town is situated on the western side of the island, near the entrance to Frenchman Bay. The town is surrounded by Acadia National Park, which covers much of the island. The town is located approximately 75 miles northeast of Portland, Maine.
The town has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 7.9 square miles is land and 0.4 square miles is water. The town is located on a peninsula, with the harbor to the east and the Atlantic Ocean to the south.

Economy

Bar Harbor's economy is largely based on tourism. The town is a popular destination for visitors from all over the world. The town is home to many hotels, restaurants, and shops, as well as a variety of outdoor activities. The town is also home to the College of the Atlantic, which is a private liberal arts college.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 5,235 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $58,958. The per capita income for the town was $30,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bar Harbor?
Total Population of Bar Harbor is 2,154.
What is the Total Male Population of Bar Harbor?
Total Male Population of Bar Harbor is 1,158.
What is the Total Female Population of Bar Harbor?
Total Female Population of Bar Harbor is 996.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bar Harbor?
There are 116.27 Males per 100 Females in Bar Harbor.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bar Harbor?
There are 86.01 Females per 100 Males in Bar Harbor.
What is the Median Population Age in Bar Harbor?
Median Population Age in Bar Harbor is 39.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bar Harbor
Average Family Size in Bar Harbor is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bar Harbor
Average Household Size in Bar Harbor is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bar Harbor?
Per Capita income in Bar Harbor is $33,268.
What is the Median Family Income in Bar Harbor?
Median Family Income in Bar Harbor is $77,443.
What is the Median Household income in Bar Harbor?
Median Household Income in Bar Harbor is $46,917.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bar Harbor?
Income or Wage Gap in Bar Harbor is 26.7%.
Women in Bar Harbor earn 73.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bar Harbor?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bar Harbor is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bar Harbor?
There are 1,177 People in the Labor Forcein in Bar Harbor.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bar Harbor?
62.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Bar Harbor.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bar Harbor?
Unemployment Rate in Bar Harbor is 10.6%.