Damariscotta, ME Map & Demographics
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Damariscotta Overview
$38,838
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,893
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,571
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
72.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
27.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,436
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,267
TOTAL POPULATION
574
MALE POPULATION
693
FEMALE POPULATION
82.83
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.73
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
471
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Damariscotta Zip Codes
Damariscotta Area Codes
Income in Damariscotta
Income Overview in Damariscotta
Per Capita Income in Damariscotta is $38,838, while median incomes of families and households are $75,893 and $53,571 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,267 | $38,838 |
| Median Family Income | 264 | $75,893 |
| Mean Family Income | 264 | $117,223 |
| Median Household Income | 538 | $53,571 |
| Mean Household Income | 538 | $83,124 |
| Income Deficit | 264 | $7,436 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,267 | 72.79% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,267 | 27.21¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,267 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Damariscotta
Average Earnings in Damariscotta are $27,431, $46,941 for men and $12,773 for women, a difference of 72.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 271 (49.8%) | $46,941 |
| Female | 273 (50.2%) | $12,773 |
| Total | 544 (100.0%) | $27,431 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Damariscotta
The most common earnings brackets in Damariscotta are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (53 | 19.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (46 | 16.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (16.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 18 (6.6%) | 20 (7.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (11.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 18 (6.6%) | 17 (6.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 3 (1.1%) | 20 (7.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (11.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (5.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 14 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 18 (6.6%) | 20 (7.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 28 (10.3%) | 26 (9.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 53 (19.6%) | 7 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 33 (12.2%) | 8 (2.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 51 (18.8%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 19 (7.0%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 16 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 271 (100.0%) | 273 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Damariscotta
Average earnings in Damariscotta are $50,125 for men and $14,531 for women, a difference of 71.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,632, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $36,786. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $33,824, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $12,438.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,786 | $12,438 |
| Graduate Degree | $56,632 | $0 |
| Total | $50,125 | $14,531 |
Family Income in Damariscotta
Family Income Brackets in Damariscotta
According to the Damariscotta family income data, there are 48 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.2% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 7 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 24 | 9.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14 | 5.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 48 | 18.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 34 | 12.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 48 | 18.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 45 | 17.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 33 | 12.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Damariscotta
2-person families (157 | 59.5%) account for the highest median family income in Damariscotta with $91,563 per family, while 2-person families (157 | 59.5%) have the highest median income of $45,782 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 157 (59.5%) | $91,563 |
| 3-Person Families | 78 (29.5%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 8 (3.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 21 (8.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 264 (100.0%) | $75,893 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Damariscotta
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 47 (17.8%) | $100,938 |
| 1 Earner | 99 (37.5%) | $38,869 |
| 2 Earners | 112 (42.4%) | $90,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 6 (2.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 264 (100.0%) | $75,893 |
Household Income in Damariscotta
Household Income Brackets in Damariscotta
With 109 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Damariscotta, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 15 households (2.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 15 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 34 | 6.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 49 | 9.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 53 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 109 | 20.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 88 | 16.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 92 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 50 | 9.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 33 | 6.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Damariscotta
The median household income in Damariscotta is $53,571, with the highest median household income of $66,667 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 222 households (41.3%) 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 17 households (3.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 17 (3.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 191 (35.5%) | $34,485 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 108 (20.1%) | $0 |
| 65+ Years | 222 (41.3%) | $66,667 |
| Total | 538 (100.0%) | $53,571 |
Poverty in Damariscotta
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Damariscotta
With 29.2% poverty level for males and 30.7% for females among the residents of Damariscotta, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (100.0%) and 31 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (100.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 77 (82.8%) | 43 (86.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 26 (83.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (20.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8 (11.6%) | 45 (50.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 10 (11.0%) | 23 (74.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (16.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (7.5%) |
| Total | 156 (29.2%) | 181 (30.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Damariscotta
According to the poverty statistics in Damariscotta, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 16 (17.2%) | 7 (14.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 5 (16.1%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 23 (100.0%) | 20 (80.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 61 (88.4%) | 45 (50.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 81 (89.0%) | 8 (25.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (100.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 48 (100.0%) | 40 (83.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53 (100.0%) | 134 (97.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (100.0%) | 62 (92.5%) |
| Total | 378 (70.8%) | 409 (69.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Damariscotta
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 110 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Damariscotta
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (71.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (58.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Damariscotta
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (50.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (45.2%) |
Race in Damariscotta
The most populous races in Damariscotta are White / Caucasian (1,149 | 90.7%), Two or more Races (96 | 7.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (67 | 5.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 67 | 5.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,149 | 90.7% |
| Two or more Races | 96 | 7.6% |
| Some other Race | 22 | 1.7% |
| Total | 1,267 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Damariscotta
The most populous ancestries reported in Damariscotta are English (390 | 30.8%), Irish (288 | 22.7%), Italian (208 | 16.4%), Mexican (67 | 5.3%), and Scottish (63 | 5.0%), together accounting for 80.2% of all Damariscotta residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 27 | 2.1% |
| British | 22 | 1.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 6 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 45 | 3.5% |
| English | 390 | 30.8% |
| French | 33 | 2.6% |
| German | 54 | 4.3% |
| Hungarian | 15 | 1.2% |
| Irish | 288 | 22.7% |
| Italian | 208 | 16.4% |
| Jamaican | 62 | 4.9% |
| Mexican | 67 | 5.3% |
| Norwegian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 5 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 25 | 2.0% |
| Scottish | 63 | 5.0% |
| Swedish | 14 | 1.1% |
| Welsh | 46 | 3.6% | View All 18 Rows |
Immigrants in Damariscotta
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Damariscotta came from Europe (39 | 3.1%), Northern Europe (20 | 1.6%), Eastern Europe (15 | 1.2%), Hungary (15 | 1.2%), and Latin America (5 | 0.4%), together accounting for 7.4% of all Damariscotta residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Eastern Europe | 15 | 1.2% |
| Europe | 39 | 3.1% |
| Germany | 4 | 0.3% |
| Hungary | 15 | 1.2% |
| Latin America | 5 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 20 | 1.6% |
| South America | 5 | 0.4% |
| Venezuela | 5 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.3% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Damariscotta
Sex and Age in Damariscotta
The most populous age groups in Damariscotta are 5 to 9 Years (89 | 15.5%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (97 | 14.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (2.8%) | 31 (4.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 89 (15.5%) | 25 (3.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 41 (7.1%) | 70 (10.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 31 (5.4%) | 37 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 17 (3.0%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 61 (10.6%) | 17 (2.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 8 (1.4%) | 73 (10.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 17 (3.0%) | 17 (2.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 74 (12.9%) | 14 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (3.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 24 (4.2%) | 23 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 5 (0.9%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 53 (9.2%) | 39 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 30 (5.2%) | 97 (14.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 23 (4.0%) | 71 (10.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 15 (2.6%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 31 (5.4%) | 66 (9.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 39 (6.8%) | 68 (9.8%) |
| Total | 574 (100.0%) | 693 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Damariscotta
Median Family Size in Damariscotta
The median family size in Damariscotta is 2.89 persons per family, with single female/mother families (112 | 42.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.01 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (34 | 12.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.79 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 118 (44.7%) | 2.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 34 (12.9%) | 1.79 |
| Single Female/Mother | 112 (42.4%) | 4.01 |
| Total Families | 264 (100.0%) | 2.89 |
Median Household Size in Damariscotta
The median household size in Damariscotta is 2.03 persons per household, with single female/mother households (112 | 20.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.36 persons per household. non-family households (274 | 50.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 118 (21.9%) | 2.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 34 (6.3%) | 1.79 |
| Single Female/Mother | 112 (20.8%) | 4.36 |
| Non-family | 274 (50.9%) | 1.06 |
| Total Households | 538 (100.0%) | 2.03 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Damariscotta
Out of a total of 538 households in Damariscotta, 264 (49.1%) are family households, while 274 (50.9%) 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 254.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 254 (47.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 157 (29.2%) | 20 (3.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 64 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 14 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 8 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 21 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 264 (49.1%) | 274 (50.9%) |
Female Fertility in Damariscotta
Fertility by Age in Damariscotta
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Damariscotta
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Damariscotta
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Damariscotta
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Damariscotta
Employment by Class of Employer in Damariscotta
Among the 435 employed individuals in Damariscotta, private company employees (276 | 63.4%), not-for-profit organizations (49 | 11.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (46 | 10.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 276 | 63.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 27 | 6.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 46 | 10.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 49 | 11.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 30 | 6.9% |
| State Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 7 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 435 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Damariscotta
According to the labor force statistics for Damariscotta, out of the total population over 16 years of age (982), 48.0% or 471 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 36 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 78 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.7% or 18 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 5 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 17 (68.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 98 (80.3%) | 10 (10.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 62 (88.6%) | 8 (12.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 5 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 52 (56.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 73 (33.0%) | 18 (24.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 471 (48.0%) | 36 (7.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Damariscotta
According to labor force statistics for Damariscotta, 82.3% of individuals (376) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (457) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 18 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 14 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.1% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 89 (79.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 110 (85.9%) | 12 (9.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 163 (80.3%) | 10 (4.9%) |
| Total | 376 (82.3%) | 22 (4.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Damariscotta
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Damariscotta are Community & Social Service (106 | 24.4%), Education Instruction & Library (55 | 12.6%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (51 | 11.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (39 | 9.0%), and Management (20 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Damariscotta, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.4%), Management (70.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (65.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 6 (30.0%) | 14 (70.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 52 (49.1%) | 54 (50.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 19 (34.5%) | 36 (65.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 33 (64.7%) | 18 (35.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 10 (25.6%) | 29 (74.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 76 (43.9%) | 97 (56.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 215 (49.4%) | 220 (50.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Damariscotta are Cleaning & Maintenance (54 | 12.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (20 | 4.6%), and Healthcare Support (19 | 4.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 20 (21.5%) | 73 (78.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 215 (49.4%) | 220 (50.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Damariscotta are Sales & Related (28 | 6.4%), and Office & Administration (7 | 1.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 13 (46.4%) | 15 (53.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 13 (37.1%) | 22 (62.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 215 (49.4%) | 220 (50.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Damariscotta are , and Construction & Extraction (60 | 13.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 215 (49.4%) | 220 (50.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Damariscotta are Material Moving (32 | 7.4%), Transportation (25 | 5.8%), and Production (17 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 4 (12.5%) | 28 (87.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 46 (62.2%) | 28 (37.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 215 (49.4%) | 220 (50.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Damariscotta
Employment Industries in Damariscotta
The major employment industries in Damariscotta include Retail Trade (118 | 27.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (58 | 13.3%), Construction (54 | 12.4%), Educational Services (53 | 12.2%), and Information (33 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Damariscotta
The Damariscotta industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 51 (43.2%) | 67 (56.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 19 (35.8%) | 34 (64.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 7 (12.1%) | 51 (87.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 14 (50.0%) | 14 (50.0%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 215 (49.4%) | 220 (50.6%) |
Education in Damariscotta
School Enrollment in Damariscotta
The most common levels of schooling among the 333 students in Damariscotta are elementary school (111 | 33.3%), middle school (90 | 27.0%), and high school (51 | 15.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kindergarten | 24 | 7.2% |
| Elementary School | 111 | 33.3% |
| Middle School | 90 | 27.0% |
| High School | 51 | 15.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 50 | 15.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 7 | 2.1% |
| Total | 333 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Damariscotta
Out of a total of 333 students who are enrolled in schools in Damariscotta, 44 (13.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 289 (86.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (100.0% 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 114 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 33 (73.3%) | 12 (26.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 6 (26.1%) | 17 (73.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total | 289 (86.8%) | 44 (13.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Damariscotta
Science & technology (67 | 16.5%), social sciences (54 | 13.3%), liberal arts & history (53 | 13.1%), literature & languages (49 | 12.1%), and communications (48 | 11.8%) are the most common fields of study among 405 individuals in Damariscotta who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 19 | 4.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 16 | 4.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 5 | 1.2% |
| Social Sciences | 54 | 13.3% |
| Engineering | 21 | 5.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 67 | 16.5% |
| Business | 14 | 3.5% |
| Education | 44 | 10.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 49 | 12.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 53 | 13.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 10 | 2.5% |
| Communications | 48 | 11.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 5 | 1.2% |
| Total | 405 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Damariscotta
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Damariscotta
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Damariscotta are males with 2 vehicles (89, accounting for 41.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (95, making up 41.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 17 (7.9%) | 28 (13.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 77 (35.8%) | 77 (36.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 89 (41.4%) | 95 (44.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 15 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 11 (5.1%) | 13 (6.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 6 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 215 (100.0%) | 213 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Damariscotta
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Damariscotta are less than 5 minutes (102 commuters, 25.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (65 commuters, 16.1%), and 25 to 29 minutes (53 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 102 | 25.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 40 | 9.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 65 | 16.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 28 | 6.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 21 | 5.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 53 | 13.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 29 | 7.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 | 1.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 20 | 4.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 41 | 10.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Damariscotta
The most common commute times in Damariscotta are less than 5 minutes (57 commuters, 27.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (57 commuters, 29.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 57 (27.1%) | 45 (23.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3 (1.4%) | 37 (19.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 8 (3.8%) | 57 (29.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 23 (11.0%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 21 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 25 (11.9%) | 28 (14.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 6 (2.9%) | 23 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 20 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 41 (19.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Damariscotta
The most frequent times of departure to work in Damariscotta are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (67, 31.9%) for males and 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM (47, 24.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 67 (31.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 25 (11.9%) | 17 (8.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 4 (1.9%) | 25 (12.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 46 (21.9%) | 6 (3.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 17 (8.1%) | 39 (20.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 8 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 7 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 28 (13.3%) | 41 (21.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (24.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (10.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 8 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (100.0%) | 195 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Damariscotta
Occupancy by Ownership in Damariscotta
Of the total 538 dwellings in Damariscotta, owner-occupied units account for 288 (53.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 250 (46.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 288 | 53.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 250 | 46.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 538 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Damariscotta
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 254 | 47.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 177 | 32.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 64 | 11.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 43 | 8.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 538 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Damariscotta
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 109 (42.9%) | 145 (57.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 163 (92.1%) | 14 (7.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 16 (25.0%) | 48 (75.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 288 (53.5%) | 250 (46.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Damariscotta
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 87 (61.7%) | 54 (38.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 49 (36.3%) | 86 (63.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 152 (59.1%) | 105 (40.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Damariscotta
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 151 | 28.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 57 | 10.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 55 | 10.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 53 | 9.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 134 | 24.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 58 | 10.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 30 | 5.6% |
| Total | 538 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Damariscotta
Median Income by Occupancy in Damariscotta
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 288 (53.5%) | $83,750 |
| Renter-Occupied | 250 (46.5%) | $40,714 |
| Average | 538 (100.0%) | $53,571 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Damariscotta
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 7 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (13.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 41 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10 (3.5%) | 43 (17.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 20 (6.9%) | 89 (35.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 61 (21.2%) | 27 (10.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 57 (19.8%) | 35 (14.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 44 (15.3%) | 6 (2.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 48 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 288 (100.0%) | 250 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Damariscotta
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 19 (6.6%) | 5 (2.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 24 (8.3%) | 8 (3.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 47 (16.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 17 (5.9%) | 135 (54.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 61 (21.2%) | 78 (31.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 38 (13.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 45 (15.6%) | 5 (2.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 28 (9.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 9 (3.1%) | 8 (3.2%) |
| Total | 288 (100.0%) | 250 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Damariscotta
Housing Structures in Damariscotta
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 252 | 46.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 24 | 4.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 114 | 21.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 33 | 6.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 115 | 21.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 538 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Damariscotta
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 241 (95.6%) | 11 (4.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 10 (8.8%) | 104 (91.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 37 (32.2%) | 78 (67.8%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 288 (53.5%) | 250 (46.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Damariscotta
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (6.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 19 (6.6%) | 95 (38.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 86 (29.9%) | 89 (35.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 78 (27.1%) | 14 (5.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 105 (36.5%) | 35 (14.0%) |
| Total | 288 (100.0%) | 250 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Damariscotta
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (18.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 63 (21.9%) | 20 (8.0%) |
| Electricity | 68 (23.6%) | 45 (18.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 152 (52.8%) | 126 (50.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 5 (1.7%) | 8 (3.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (2.0%) |
| Total | 288 (100.0%) | 250 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Damariscotta
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 47 (16.3%) | 54 (21.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 91 (31.6%) | 155 (62.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 110 (38.2%) | 35 (14.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 40 (13.9%) | 6 (2.4%) |
| Total | 288 (100.0%) | 250 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Damariscotta
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Damariscotta
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 131 | 157 |
| Median Property Value | $280,700 | $346,800 |
| Median Household Income | $61,172 | $36 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $736 | $9 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,868 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Damariscotta
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 84 (64.1%) | 64 (40.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 39 (29.8%) | 56 (35.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 4 (3.0%) | 8 (5.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 4 (3.0%) | 24 (15.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (3.2%) |
| Total | 131 (100.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Damariscotta
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 28 (21.4%) | 7 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10 (7.6%) | 13 (8.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 20 (15.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 35 (26.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (16.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 26 (19.9%) | 57 (36.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 12 (9.2%) | 18 (11.5%) |
| Total | 131 (100.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Damariscotta
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 8 (6.1%) | 91,480 (58,267.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 5 (3.8%) | 41 (26.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 61 (46.6%) | 28 (17.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 57 (43.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 131 (100.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Damariscotta
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 8 (6.1%) | 7 (4.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 11 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 112 (85.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 131 (100.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Damariscotta
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Damariscotta
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 257 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 134 (84.3%) | 25 (15.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 106 (86.9%) | 16 (13.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 66 (94.3%) | 4 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 122 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,079 (96.0%) | 45 (4.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Damariscotta
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 257 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Damariscotta
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 140 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 320 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 139 (91.4%) | 13 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 249 (89.6%) | 29 (10.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 200 (98.5%) | 3 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Damariscotta
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 71 (100.0%) | 37 (52.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 242 (94.2%) | 53 (20.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 73 (45.9%) | 89 (56.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 99 (81.1%) | 65 (53.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 26 (37.1%) | 40 (57.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 14 (14.6%) | 82 (85.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 190 (100.0%) | 122 (64.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 122 (100.0%) | 113 (92.6%) |
| Total | 837 (74.5%) | 638 (56.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Damariscotta
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (27.2%) | 17 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4 (2.5%) | 24 (19.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (7.5%) | 69 (50.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (40.0%) | 30 (44.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Damariscotta
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (27.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (20.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (40.0%) | 9 (13.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (9.1%) | 16 (23.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (19.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (14.5%) | 16 (23.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4 (2.5%) | 18 (14.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (7.5%) | 39 (28.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (9.1%) | 20 (29.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (16.4%) |
Technology Access in Damariscotta
Computing Device Access in Damariscotta
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 480 | 89.2% |
| Smartphone | 472 | 87.7% |
| Tablet | 339 | 63.0% |
| No Computing Device | 16 | 3.0% |
| Total | 538 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Damariscotta
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 400 | 74.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 17 | 3.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 17 | 3.2% |
| No Internet | 109 | 20.3% |
| Total | 538 | 100.0% |
Damariscotta Summary
Damariscotta is a town located in Lincoln County, Maine, United States. The population was 2,218 at the 2010 census. It is the commercial center of the midcoast region of Maine. The town includes the villages of South Damariscotta, West Damariscotta, and Damariscotta Mills.
History
The area that is now Damariscotta was first settled in 1625 by the English explorer George Waymouth. The town was incorporated in 1763 and named after the Damariscotta River, which was named by the Abenaki Indians. The river was named for the sturgeon that were abundant in the river.
The town was an important port in the early 19th century, and was the site of a major shipbuilding industry. The town was also a center of the granite industry, with several quarries in the area.
Geography
Damariscotta is located at the head of the Damariscotta River, which empties into the Atlantic Ocean. The town is bordered by the towns of Newcastle to the north, Bristol to the east, and South Bristol to the south.
The town has a total area of 24.2 square miles, of which 22.7 square miles is land and 1.5 square miles is water. The town is located on the coast of Maine, and is part of the Midcoast region.
Economy
The economy of Damariscotta is largely based on tourism and the service industry. The town is a popular destination for tourists, and is home to several restaurants, shops, and galleries. The town is also home to several marinas, which provide services to boaters.
The town is also home to several businesses, including a lumber mill, a boat building company, and a granite quarry.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 2,218 people, 945 households, and 590 families residing in the town. The population density was 97.3 people per square mile. There were 1,039 housing units at an average density of 45.7 per square mile.
The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 945 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 30.2% 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 2.33 and the average family size was 2.88.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.7 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $27,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $22,945. About 6.2% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Damariscotta?
Per Capita income in Damariscotta is $38,838.
What is the Median Family Income in Damariscotta?
Median Family Income in Damariscotta is $75,893.
What is the Median Household income in Damariscotta?
Median Household Income in Damariscotta is $53,571.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Damariscotta?
Income or Wage Gap in Damariscotta is 72.8%.
Women in Damariscotta earn 27.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Damariscotta?
Family Income Deficit in Damariscotta is $7,436.
Families that are below poverty line in Damariscotta earn $7,436 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Damariscotta?
Inequality or Gini Index in Damariscotta is 0.50.
What is the Total Population of Damariscotta?
Total Population of Damariscotta is 1,267.
What is the Total Male Population of Damariscotta?
Total Male Population of Damariscotta is 574.
What is the Total Female Population of Damariscotta?
Total Female Population of Damariscotta is 693.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Damariscotta?
There are 82.83 Males per 100 Females in Damariscotta.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Damariscotta?
There are 120.73 Females per 100 Males in Damariscotta.
What is the Median Population Age in Damariscotta?
Median Population Age in Damariscotta is 42.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Damariscotta
Average Family Size in Damariscotta is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Damariscotta
Average Household Size in Damariscotta is 2.0 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Damariscotta?
There are 471 People in the Labor Forcein in Damariscotta.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Damariscotta?
48.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Damariscotta.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Damariscotta?
Unemployment Rate in Damariscotta is 7.6%.