Fort Kent, ME

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Fort Kent Overview

2,515
TOTAL POPULATION
1,053
MALE POPULATION
1,462
FEMALE POPULATION
72.02
MALES / 100 FEMALES
138.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$48,524
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,232
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,067
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
47.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.58
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,109
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fort Kent Zip Codes

Fort Kent Area Codes

Race in Fort Kent

The most populous races in Fort Kent are White / Caucasian (2,294 | 91.2%), Two or more Races (213 | 8.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (54 | 2.1%).
Race in Fort Kent
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American80.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino542.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,29491.2%
Two or more Races2138.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,515100.0%

Ancestry in Fort Kent

The most populous ancestries reported in Fort Kent are French (834 | 33.2%), French Canadian (371 | 14.7%), American (261 | 10.4%), English (136 | 5.4%), and Irish (101 | 4.0%), together accounting for 67.7% of all Fort Kent residents.
Ancestry in Fort Kent
Ancestry# Population% Population
American26110.4%
British100.4%
Cajun381.5%
Canadian80.3%
Cherokee90.4%
Cuban80.3%
Czech70.3%
Dominican130.5%
Dutch281.1%
English1365.4%
European973.9%
Finnish903.6%
French83433.2%
French Canadian37114.7%
German853.4%
Hungarian60.2%
Irish1014.0%
Italian813.2%
Latvian180.7%
Mexican251.0%
Norwegian361.4%
Polish662.6%
Russian140.6%
Scotch-Irish200.8%
Scottish210.8%
Welsh240.9%
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Immigrants in Fort Kent

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fort Kent came from Canada (177 | 7.0%), Central America (25 | 1.0%), Latin America (25 | 1.0%), Mexico (25 | 1.0%), and Czechoslovakia (7 | 0.3%), together accounting for 10.3% of all Fort Kent residents.
Immigrants in Fort Kent
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada1777.0%
Central America251.0%
Czechoslovakia70.3%
Eastern Europe70.3%
Europe70.3%
Latin America251.0%
Mexico251.0%
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Sex and Age in Fort Kent

Sex and Age in Fort Kent

The most populous age groups in Fort Kent are 60 to 64 Years (121 | 11.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (170 | 11.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fort Kent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (1.8%)59 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Years14 (1.3%)62 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Years64 (6.1%)160 (10.9%)
15 to 19 Years60 (5.7%)111 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years96 (9.1%)55 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years44 (4.2%)49 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Years42 (4.0%)59 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years57 (5.4%)25 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Years97 (9.2%)89 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years72 (6.8%)113 (7.7%)
50 to 54 Years77 (7.3%)60 (4.1%)
55 to 59 Years32 (3.0%)50 (3.4%)
60 to 64 Years121 (11.5%)170 (11.6%)
65 to 69 Years39 (3.7%)94 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years40 (3.8%)73 (5.0%)
75 to 79 Years33 (3.1%)66 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years69 (6.6%)68 (4.6%)
85 Years and over77 (7.3%)99 (6.8%)
Total1,053 (100.0%)1,462 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fort Kent

Median Family Size in Fort Kent

The median family size in Fort Kent is 2.48 persons per family, with married-couple families (433 | 65.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.58 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (148 | 22.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fort Kent
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple433 (65.1%)2.58
Single Male/Father84 (12.6%)2.32
Single Female/Mother148 (22.3%)2.24
Total Families665 (100.0%)2.48

Median Household Size in Fort Kent

The median household size in Fort Kent is 2.03 persons per household, with single female/mother households (148 | 13.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.65 persons per household. non-family households (424 | 38.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fort Kent
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple433 (39.8%)2.58
Single Male/Father84 (7.7%)2.32
Single Female/Mother148 (13.6%)2.65
Non-family424 (38.9%)1.19
Total Households1,089 (100.0%)2.03

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Kent

Out of a total of 1,089 households in Fort Kent, 665 (61.1%) are family households, while 424 (38.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 426, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 383.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Kent
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-383 (35.2%)
2-Person Households426 (39.1%)36 (3.3%)
3-Person Households183 (16.8%)5 (0.5%)
4-Person Households24 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households9 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total665 (61.1%)424 (38.9%)

Female Fertility in Fort Kent

Fertility by Age in Fort Kent

Average fertility rate in Fort Kent is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 215.0 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 Fort Kent
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years35 (100.0%)215.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total35 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Kent

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Kent
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fort Kent

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fort Kent
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma7 (20.0%)64.0
College or Associate's Degree28 (80.0%)133.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total35 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Kent

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Kent
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Fort Kent

Income Overview in Fort Kent

Per Capita Income in Fort Kent is $48,524, while median incomes of families and households are $72,232 and $57,067 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,515$48,524
Median Family Income665$72,232
Mean Family Income665$88,814
Median Household Income1,089$57,067
Mean Household Income1,089$104,512
Income Deficit665$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,51547.48%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,51552.52¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,5150.58

Earnings by Sex in Fort Kent

Average Earnings in Fort Kent are $45,750, $59,327 for men and $31,156 for women, a difference of 47.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Fort Kent
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male653 (54.8%)$59,327
Female539 (45.2%)$31,156
Total1,192 (100.0%)$45,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Kent

The most common earnings brackets in Fort Kent are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (194 | 29.7%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (65 | 12.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Kent
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (4.8%)5 (0.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99910 (1.5%)26 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (1.4%)45 (8.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99915 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)44 (8.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4997 (1.1%)14 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)20 (3.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)6 (1.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99961 (9.3%)30 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $29,99932 (4.9%)61 (11.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99918 (2.8%)56 (10.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99941 (6.3%)25 (4.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (1.7%)11 (2.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99932 (4.9%)65 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99912 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99976 (11.6%)40 (7.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99927 (4.1%)50 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999194 (29.7%)33 (6.1%)
$100,000+77 (11.8%)8 (1.5%)
Total653 (100.0%)539 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Kent

Average earnings in Fort Kent are $75,509 for men and $37,813 for women, a difference of 49.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,895, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $39,637. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,406, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,611.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Kent
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$39,637$28,611
College or Associate's Degree$76,385$31,161
Bachelor's Degree$84,931$66,406
Graduate Degree$92,895$0
Total$75,509$37,813

Family Income in Fort Kent

Family Income Brackets in Fort Kent

According to the Fort Kent family income data, there are 134 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fort Kent
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000101.5%
$10,000 to $14,999263.9%
$15,000 to $24,999101.5%
$25,000 to $34,999609.0%
$35,000 to $49,9999714.6%
$50,000 to $74,99913420.2%
$75,000 to $99,99912018.0%
$100,000 to $149,9998813.2%
$150,000 to $199,9997911.9%
$200,000+416.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Kent

3-person families (167 | 25.1%) account for the highest median family income in Fort Kent with $86,793 per family, while 2-person families (459 | 69.0%) have the highest median income of $33,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Kent
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families459 (69.0%)$66,250
3-Person Families167 (25.1%)$86,793
4-Person Families7 (1.1%)$0
5-Person Families9 (1.3%)$0
6-Person Families23 (3.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total665 (100.0%)$72,232

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Kent

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Kent
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners106 (15.9%)$42,000
1 Earner332 (49.9%)$61,711
2 Earners227 (34.1%)$140,987
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total665 (100.0%)$72,232

Household Income in Fort Kent

Household Income Brackets in Fort Kent

With 142 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Fort Kent, accounting for 13.0% of all households. In contrast, only 45 households (4.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fort Kent
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000454.1%
$10,000 to $14,999777.1%
$15,000 to $24,99912411.4%
$25,000 to $34,99912711.7%
$35,000 to $49,99914213.0%
$50,000 to $74,99912911.8%
$75,000 to $99,99913011.9%
$100,000 to $149,99913112.0%
$150,000 to $199,99911210.3%
$200,000+736.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Kent

The median household income in Fort Kent is $57,067, with the highest median household income of $130,294 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 268 households (24.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 17 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Kent
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years17 (1.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years268 (24.6%)$130,294
45 to 64 Years437 (40.1%)$82,736
65+ Years367 (33.7%)$30,551
Total1,089 (100.0%)$57,067

Poverty in Fort Kent

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Kent

With 10.1% poverty level for males and 10.5% for females among the residents of Fort Kent, 6 to 11 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (100.0%) and 54 females (24.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Kent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years13 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years15 (16.1%)5 (11.6%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)31 (17.9%)
55 to 64 Years21 (14.7%)54 (24.5%)
65 to 74 Years10 (12.7%)23 (13.8%)
75 Years and over23 (14.6%)20 (15.0%)
Total96 (10.1%)133 (10.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Kent

According to the poverty statistics in Fort Kent, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Fort Kent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)104 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years51 (79.7%)97 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years78 (83.9%)38 (88.4%)
25 to 34 Years75 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years154 (100.0%)114 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years149 (100.0%)142 (82.1%)
55 to 64 Years122 (85.3%)166 (75.4%)
65 to 74 Years69 (87.3%)144 (86.2%)
75 Years and over135 (85.4%)113 (85.0%)
Total852 (89.9%)1,128 (89.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fort Kent

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fort Kent show that 4.4% or 19 of the total 433 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 6.0%, comprising of 19 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 Fort Kent
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children299 (94.0%)19 (6.0%)
1 or 2 Children83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total414 (95.6%)19 (4.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Kent

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Kent
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)17 (16.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (11.5%)

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

The poverty data for Fort Kent shows that 19 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 17 of the single-parent households (7.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (6.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (9.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fort Kent
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children19 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)17 (9.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (4.4%)17 (7.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Fort Kent

Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Kent

Among the 1,079 employed individuals in Fort Kent, private company employees (602 | 55.8%), not-for-profit organizations (240 | 22.2%), and local government employees (96 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Kent
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees60255.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)191.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)323.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations24022.2%
Local Government Employees968.9%
State Government Employees726.7%
Federal Government Employees181.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,079100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fort Kent

According to the labor force statistics for Fort Kent, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,137), 51.9% or 1,109 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 31 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 97.8% or 262 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.2% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fort Kent
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years66 (38.6%)14 (21.2%)
20 to 24 Years115 (76.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years82 (88.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years64 (63.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years262 (97.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years252 (78.3%)17 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years59 (72.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years163 (56.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,109 (51.9%)31 (2.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Kent

According to labor force statistics for Fort Kent, 76.2% of individuals (882) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,157) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 17 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 17 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.2% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Kent
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma212 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree247 (71.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher406 (85.1%)20 (4.2%)
Total882 (76.2%)22 (1.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fort Kent

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fort Kent are Health Diagnosing & Treating (152 | 14.1%), Health Technologists (141 | 13.1%), Community & Social Service (92 | 8.5%), Education Instruction & Library (92 | 8.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (85 | 7.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fort Kent

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fort Kent, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.9%), and Health Technologists (81.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fort Kent
OccupationMaleFemale
Management53 (63.1%)31 (36.9%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 32 (34.8%)60 (65.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library32 (34.8%)60 (65.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating26 (17.1%)126 (82.9%)
Health Technologists26 (18.4%)115 (81.6%)
Total (Category)196 (44.3%)246 (55.7%)
Total (Overall)570 (52.8%)509 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fort Kent are Healthcare Support (51 | 4.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (35 | 3.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (32 | 3.0%), and Personal Care & Service (18 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Fort Kent

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Fort Kent
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)51 (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%)32 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (13.2%)118 (86.8%)
Total (Overall)570 (52.8%)509 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fort Kent are Sales & Related (133 | 12.3%), and Office & Administration (92 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fort Kent

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fort Kent
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related74 (55.6%)59 (44.4%)
Office & Administration15 (16.3%)77 (83.7%)
Total (Category)89 (39.6%)136 (60.4%)
Total (Overall)570 (52.8%)509 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fort Kent are Construction & Extraction (79 | 7.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (41 | 3.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (21 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fort Kent

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fort Kent
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)141 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)570 (52.8%)509 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fort Kent are Production (58 | 5.4%), Transportation (48 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (29 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fort Kent

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fort Kent
OccupationMaleFemale
Production58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation39 (81.2%)9 (18.8%)
Material Moving29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)126 (93.3%)9 (6.7%)
Total (Overall)570 (52.8%)509 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Kent

Employment Industries in Fort Kent

The major employment industries in Fort Kent include Health Care & Social Assistance (208 | 19.3%), Educational Services (172 | 15.9%), Manufacturing (112 | 10.4%), Finance & Insurance (111 | 10.3%), and Retail Trade (84 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Fort Kent

Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Kent

The Fort Kent industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.3%), and Administrative & Support (71.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Kent
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade11 (36.7%)19 (63.3%)
Retail Trade43 (51.2%)41 (48.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance84 (75.7%)27 (24.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing11 (57.9%)8 (42.1%)
Professional & Scientific33 (78.6%)9 (21.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support15 (28.8%)37 (71.2%)
Educational Services59 (34.3%)113 (65.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance41 (19.7%)167 (80.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Public Administration20 (52.6%)18 (47.4%)
Total570 (52.8%)509 (47.2%)

Education in Fort Kent

School Enrollment in Fort Kent

The most common levels of schooling among the 606 students in Fort Kent are college / undergraduate (222 | 36.6%), middle school (202 | 33.3%), and elementary school (55 | 9.1%).
School Enrollment in Fort Kent
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool132.1%
Kindergarten213.5%
Elementary School559.1%
Middle School20233.3%
High School548.9%
College / Undergraduate22236.6%
Graduate / Professional396.4%
Total606100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Kent

Out of a total of 606 students who are enrolled in schools in Fort Kent, 115 (19.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 491 (81.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 53 (52.5% 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 13 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Kent
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds48 (47.5%)53 (52.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds24 (53.3%)21 (46.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds37 (67.3%)18 (32.7%)
35 Years and over24 (64.9%)13 (35.1%)
Total491 (81.0%)115 (19.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Kent

Science & technology (228 | 34.2%), business (130 | 19.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (68 | 10.2%), education (63 | 9.5%), and social sciences (39 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 667 individuals in Fort Kent who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Kent
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6810.2%
Physical & Health Sciences142.1%
Psychology172.5%
Social Sciences395.9%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies294.3%
Science & Technology22834.2%
Business13019.5%
Education639.5%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History243.6%
Visual & Performing Arts375.6%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities182.7%
Total667100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fort Kent

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fort Kent

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fort Kent are males with 2 vehicles (297, accounting for 52.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (259, making up 64.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fort Kent
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle16 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle126 (22.1%)128 (27.7%)
2 Vehicles297 (52.1%)259 (55.9%)
3 Vehicles115 (20.2%)60 (13.0%)
4 Vehicles16 (2.8%)16 (3.5%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total570 (100.0%)463 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fort Kent

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fort Kent are 5 to 9 minutes (390 commuters, 38.4%), less than 5 minutes (191 commuters, 18.8%), and 60 to 89 minutes (121 commuters, 11.9%).
Commute Time in Fort Kent
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes19118.8%
5 to 9 Minutes39038.4%
10 to 14 Minutes10910.7%
15 to 19 Minutes383.7%
20 to 24 Minutes222.2%
25 to 29 Minutes232.3%
30 to 34 Minutes868.5%
35 to 39 Minutes141.4%
40 to 44 Minutes212.1%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes12111.9%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Fort Kent

The most common commute times in Fort Kent are 5 to 9 minutes (161 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (229 commuters, 49.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fort Kent
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes61 (11.0%)130 (28.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes161 (29.0%)229 (49.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes55 (9.9%)54 (11.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes38 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes22 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes23 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes86 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes14 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)21 (4.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes96 (17.3%)25 (5.4%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Kent

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fort Kent are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (122, 21.9%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (103, 22.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Kent
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM122 (21.9%)12 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM18 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM35 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM43 (7.7%)103 (22.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM70 (12.6%)28 (6.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM95 (17.1%)35 (7.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM86 (15.5%)58 (12.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM34 (6.1%)61 (13.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM18 (3.2%)16 (3.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)26 (5.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)22 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (2.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)12 (2.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM35 (6.3%)76 (16.6%)
Total556 (100.0%)459 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fort Kent

Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Kent

Of the total 1,089 dwellings in Fort Kent, owner-occupied units account for 666 (61.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 423 (38.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Kent
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units66661.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units42338.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,089100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Kent

Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Kent
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household38335.2%
2-Person Household46242.4%
3-Person Household18817.3%
4+ Person Household565.1%
Total Housing Units1,089100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Kent

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Kent
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household168 (43.9%)215 (56.1%)
2-Person Household312 (67.5%)150 (32.5%)
3-Person Household130 (69.2%)58 (30.8%)
4+ Person Household56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units666 (61.2%)423 (38.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Kent

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Kent
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School40 (37.0%)68 (63.0%)
High School Diploma212 (70.0%)91 (30.0%)
College/Associate Degree187 (56.3%)145 (43.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher227 (65.6%)119 (34.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Kent

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Kent
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11810.8%
35 to 44 Years16715.3%
45 to 54 Years21219.5%
55 to 64 Years22520.7%
65 to 74 Years17516.1%
75 to 84 Years13011.9%
85 Years and Over625.7%
Total1,089100.0%

Housing Finances in Fort Kent

Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Kent

Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Kent
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied666 (61.2%)$83,986
Renter-Occupied423 (38.8%)$30,967
Average1,089 (100.0%)$57,067

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Kent

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Kent
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)45 (10.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (2.5%)60 (14.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99929 (4.3%)38 (9.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99925 (3.7%)32 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (5.0%)94 (22.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99984 (12.6%)58 (13.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99998 (14.7%)30 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999116 (17.4%)14 (3.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999112 (16.8%)19 (4.5%)
$150,000 or more152 (22.8%)33 (7.8%)
Total666 (100.0%)423 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Kent

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Kent
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3009 (1.3%)20 (4.7%)
$300 to $49988 (13.2%)61 (14.4%)
$500 to $799167 (25.1%)102 (24.1%)
$800 to $99969 (10.4%)98 (23.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499171 (25.7%)98 (23.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99963 (9.5%)35 (8.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49985 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99914 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total666 (100.0%)423 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fort Kent

Housing Structures in Fort Kent

Housing Structures in Fort Kent
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached57352.6%
Single Unit, Attached70.6%
2 Unit Apartments242.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments22320.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments807.3%
10 or more Apartments545.0%
Mobile Home / Other12811.7%
Total1,089100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Kent

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Kent
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached509 (88.8%)64 (11.2%)
Single Unit, Attached7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments8 (33.3%)16 (66.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments27 (12.1%)196 (87.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)80 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other115 (89.8%)13 (10.2%)
Total666 (61.2%)423 (38.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Kent

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Kent
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)19 (4.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)141 (33.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms205 (30.8%)225 (53.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms256 (38.4%)38 (9.0%)
8 or more Rooms205 (30.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total666 (100.0%)423 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Kent

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Kent
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)25 (5.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (1.3%)53 (12.5%)
Electricity35 (5.3%)86 (20.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene562 (84.4%)259 (61.2%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels60 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total666 (100.0%)423 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Kent

Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Kent
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)116 (27.4%)
1 Vehicle337 (50.6%)129 (30.5%)
2 Vehicles210 (31.5%)178 (42.1%)
3 or more Vehicles119 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total666 (100.0%)423 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fort Kent

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fort Kent

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units223443
Median Property Value$90,600$136,300
Median Household Income$71,528$82
Monthly Housing Costs$547$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,506$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Kent

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Kent
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00042 (18.8%)28 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99978 (35.0%)155 (35.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99985 (38.1%)194 (43.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99918 (8.1%)66 (14.9%)
$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%)
Total223 (100.0%)443 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Kent

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Kent
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99919 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (3.6%)52 (11.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (13.5%)25 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99958 (26.0%)54 (12.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (7.2%)40 (9.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99922 (9.9%)100 (22.6%)
$150,000 or more70 (31.4%)90 (20.3%)
Total223 (100.0%)443 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Kent

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Kent
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x130 (58.3%)84,764 (19,134.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x58 (26.0%)247 (55.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)111 (25.1%)
4.0x or more35 (15.7%)41 (9.3%)
Total223 (100.0%)443 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Kent

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Kent
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80071 (31.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49940 (17.9%)64 (14.4%)
$800 to $1,499112 (50.2%)124 (28.0%)
Total223 (100.0%)443 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fort Kent

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Kent

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Kent
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years356 (93.2%)26 (6.8%)
19 to 25 Years218 (89.0%)27 (11.0%)
26 to 34 Years121 (72.0%)47 (28.0%)
35 to 44 Years240 (89.5%)28 (10.4%)
45 to 54 Years308 (95.7%)14 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years342 (94.2%)21 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years246 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older291 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,221 (93.2%)163 (6.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Kent

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Kent
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen356 (93.2%)26 (6.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen218 (89.0%)27 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Kent

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Kent
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000266 (92.4%)22 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999438 (86.2%)70 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999201 (78.8%)54 (21.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999281 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over860 (98.1%)17 (1.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Kent

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Kent
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 659 (59.6%)40 (40.4%)
6 to 18 Years114 (29.8%)252 (66.0%)
19 to 25 Years21 (8.6%)197 (80.4%)
25 to 34 Years23 (13.7%)98 (58.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)240 (89.5%)
45 to 54 Years73 (22.7%)235 (73.0%)
55 to 64 Years88 (24.2%)266 (73.3%)
65 to 74 Years246 (100.0%)100 (40.6%)
75 Years and over291 (100.0%)167 (57.4%)
Total915 (38.4%)1,595 (66.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Kent

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Kent
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (1.7%)3 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years49 (11.0%)124 (24.5%)
65 to 74 Years27 (34.2%)79 (47.3%)
75 Years and over75 (47.5%)84 (63.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fort Kent

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fort Kent: <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 Years21 (4.7%)16 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over41 (26.0%)9 (6.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fort Kent: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (25.3%)23 (13.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (7.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fort Kent: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (1.7%)3 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years22 (4.9%)25 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years20 (25.3%)46 (27.5%)
75 Years and over16 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fort Kent: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (4.3%)108 (21.3%)
65 to 74 Years27 (34.2%)79 (47.3%)
75 Years and over57 (36.1%)46 (34.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fort Kent: <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 Years10 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)30 (18.0%)
75 Years and over6 (3.8%)18 (13.5%)

Technology Access in Fort Kent

Computing Device Access in Fort Kent

Computing Device Access in Fort Kent
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop70764.9%
Smartphone77971.5%
Tablet71765.8%
No Computing Device16515.1%
Total1,089100.0%

Internet Access in Fort Kent

Internet Access in Fort Kent
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet322.9%
Broadband Home72666.7%
Cellular Data Only191.7%
Satellite Internet434.0%
No Internet23621.7%
Total1,089100.0%

Fort Kent Summary

Fort Kent is a town located in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. It is the northernmost town in the state and is situated on the Canada–US border. The population was 4,097 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Fort Kent was first settled in 1829 by a group of French-Canadian immigrants. The town was originally known as Tote Road, named after the road that ran through the area. In 1839, the town was renamed Fort Kent after the fort that had been built there in 1839. The fort was built to protect the area from British forces during the Aroostook War.
The town was incorporated in 1859 and has since grown to become the largest town in Aroostook County. The town is home to the University of Maine at Fort Kent, which was founded in 1878.

Geography

Fort Kent is located at the northernmost point of Maine, at the confluence of the Fish and St. John rivers. The town is bordered by Canada to the north and the St. John River to the east. The town is located in the St. John Valley, which is a major agricultural region.
The town has a total area of 28.2 square miles, of which 27.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water.

Economy

The economy of Fort Kent is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several large farms, including the St. John Valley Potato Growers, which is the largest potato farm in the state. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and lodging.
The town is also home to the University of Maine at Fort Kent, which is a major employer in the area. The university provides jobs for faculty, staff, and students.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 4,097 people, 1,717 households, and 1,093 families residing in the town. The population density was 146.3 people per square mile. There were 1,919 housing units at an average density of 68.7 per square mile.
The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% 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 1.7% of the population.
There were 1,717 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 2.35 and the average family size was 2.90.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 11.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the town was $16,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fort Kent?
Total Population of Fort Kent is 2,515.
What is the Total Male Population of Fort Kent?
Total Male Population of Fort Kent is 1,053.
What is the Total Female Population of Fort Kent?
Total Female Population of Fort Kent is 1,462.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fort Kent?
There are 72.02 Males per 100 Females in Fort Kent.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fort Kent?
There are 138.84 Females per 100 Males in Fort Kent.
What is the Median Population Age in Fort Kent?
Median Population Age in Fort Kent is 48.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fort Kent
Average Family Size in Fort Kent is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fort Kent
Average Household Size in Fort Kent is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fort Kent?
Per Capita income in Fort Kent is $48,524.
What is the Median Family Income in Fort Kent?
Median Family Income in Fort Kent is $72,232.
What is the Median Household income in Fort Kent?
Median Household Income in Fort Kent is $57,067.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fort Kent?
Income or Wage Gap in Fort Kent is 47.5%.
Women in Fort Kent earn 52.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fort Kent?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fort Kent is 0.58.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fort Kent?
There are 1,109 People in the Labor Forcein in Fort Kent.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fort Kent?
51.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Fort Kent.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fort Kent?
Unemployment Rate in Fort Kent is 2.8%.