Houlton, ME

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Houlton Overview

4,918
TOTAL POPULATION
2,402
MALE POPULATION
2,516
FEMALE POPULATION
95.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.75
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,459
PER CAPITA INCOME
$97,594
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,625
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,358
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
18.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Houlton Zip Codes

Houlton Area Codes

Race in Houlton

The most populous races in Houlton are White / Caucasian (4,643 | 94.4%), Hispanic or Latino (173 | 3.5%), and Black / African American (124 | 2.5%).
Race in Houlton
Race# Population% Population
Asian150.3%
Black / African American1242.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1733.5%
Native / Alaskan390.8%
White / Caucasian4,64394.4%
Two or more Races972.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total4,918100.0%

Ancestry in Houlton

The most populous ancestries reported in Houlton are English (1,160 | 23.6%), Irish (756 | 15.4%), French (310 | 6.3%), American (274 | 5.6%), and Scottish (177 | 3.6%), together accounting for 54.4% of all Houlton residents.
Ancestry in Houlton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2745.6%
Armenian150.3%
Blackfeet100.2%
Cajun110.2%
Canadian360.7%
Central American90.2%
Cherokee100.2%
Cuban951.9%
Dominican100.2%
English1,16023.6%
French3106.3%
French American Indian110.2%
French Canadian190.4%
German1112.3%
Honduran90.2%
Irish75615.4%
Italian360.7%
Jamaican90.2%
Korean50.1%
Lithuanian140.3%
Mexican210.4%
Nigerian781.6%
Polish170.4%
Puerto Rican270.5%
Russian100.2%
Scotch-Irish80.2%
Scottish1773.6%
Sioux290.6%
Sri Lankan100.2%
Subsaharan African781.6%
Swedish210.4%
Thai40.1%
Welsh140.3%
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Immigrants in Houlton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Houlton came from Canada (53 | 1.1%), Africa (44 | 0.9%), Nigeria (44 | 0.9%), Western Africa (44 | 0.9%), and Asia (20 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.2% of all Houlton residents.
Immigrants in Houlton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa440.9%
Armenia150.3%
Asia200.4%
Canada531.1%
Eastern Europe70.1%
Europe70.1%
Nigeria440.9%
Philippines50.1%
Poland70.1%
South Eastern Asia50.1%
Western Africa440.9%
Western Asia150.3%
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Sex and Age in Houlton

Sex and Age in Houlton

The most populous age groups in Houlton are 50 to 54 Years (227 | 9.5%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (282 | 11.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Houlton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years98 (4.1%)63 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years192 (8.0%)66 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Years163 (6.8%)219 (8.7%)
15 to 19 Years199 (8.3%)175 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years203 (8.5%)168 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years161 (6.7%)107 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Years56 (2.3%)104 (4.1%)
35 to 39 Years177 (7.4%)110 (4.4%)
40 to 44 Years169 (7.0%)109 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years107 (4.4%)184 (7.3%)
50 to 54 Years227 (9.5%)282 (11.2%)
55 to 59 Years109 (4.5%)56 (2.2%)
60 to 64 Years65 (2.7%)164 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years182 (7.6%)91 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years79 (3.3%)185 (7.3%)
75 to 79 Years104 (4.3%)81 (3.2%)
80 to 84 Years26 (1.1%)126 (5.0%)
85 Years and over85 (3.5%)226 (9.0%)
Total2,402 (100.0%)2,516 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Houlton

Median Family Size in Houlton

The median family size in Houlton is 3.30 persons per family, with married-couple families (854 | 84.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.44 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (97 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.41 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Houlton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple854 (84.8%)3.44
Single Male/Father56 (5.6%)2.71
Single Female/Mother97 (9.6%)2.41
Total Families1,007 (100.0%)3.30

Median Household Size in Houlton

The median household size in Houlton is 2.24 persons per household, with married-couple households (854 | 42.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (1,027 | 50.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Houlton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple854 (42.0%)3.51
Single Male/Father56 (2.8%)2.71
Single Female/Mother97 (4.8%)2.41
Non-family1,027 (50.5%)1.14
Total Households2,034 (100.0%)2.24

Household Size by Marriage Status in Houlton

Out of a total of 2,034 households in Houlton, 1,007 (49.5%) are family households, while 1,027 (50.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 346, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 879.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Houlton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-879 (43.2%)
2-Person Households346 (17.0%)148 (7.3%)
3-Person Households109 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households263 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households214 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households34 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households41 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,007 (49.5%)1,027 (50.5%)

Female Fertility in Houlton

Fertility by Age in Houlton

Average fertility rate in Houlton is 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Houlton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years21 (87.5%)55.0
35 to 50 years3 (12.5%)7.0
Total24 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Houlton

33.3% of women with births (24) in Houlton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 76.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Houlton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years5 (23.8%)16 (76.2%)
35 to 50 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (33.3%)16 (66.7%)

Fertility by Education in Houlton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Houlton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma16 (66.7%)84.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (12.5%)13.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree5 (20.8%)66.0
Total24 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Houlton

66.7% of women with births in Houlton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Houlton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (33.3%)16 (66.7%)

Income in Houlton

Income Overview in Houlton

Per Capita Income in Houlton is $30,459, while median incomes of families and households are $97,594 and $50,625 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,918$30,459
Median Family Income1,007$97,594
Mean Family Income1,007$111,146
Median Household Income2,034$50,625
Mean Household Income2,034$73,678
Income Deficit1,007$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,91846.81%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,91853.19¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,9180.49

Earnings by Sex in Houlton

Average Earnings in Houlton are $27,179, $41,293 for men and $21,964 for women, a difference of 46.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Houlton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,270 (52.2%)$41,293
Female1,162 (47.8%)$21,964
Total2,432 (100.0%)$27,179

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Houlton

The most common earnings brackets in Houlton are $100,000+ for men (257 | 20.2%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (123 | 10.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Houlton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less60 (4.7%)87 (7.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99916 (1.3%)110 (9.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499163 (12.8%)119 (10.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (1.8%)37 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49926 (2.1%)52 (4.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49967 (5.3%)123 (10.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (0.8%)9 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49910 (0.8%)56 (4.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99945 (3.5%)71 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999113 (8.9%)60 (5.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99960 (4.7%)93 (8.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99917 (1.3%)115 (9.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99929 (2.3%)46 (4.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999113 (8.9%)32 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (1.7%)62 (5.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99946 (3.6%)4 (0.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99946 (3.6%)26 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999138 (10.9%)41 (3.5%)
$100,000+257 (20.2%)19 (1.6%)
Total1,270 (100.0%)1,162 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Houlton

Average earnings in Houlton are $52,188 for men and $23,528 for women, a difference of 54.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,278, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $30,625. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,310, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,858.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Houlton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,081$18,750
College or Associate's Degree$30,625$26,452
Bachelor's Degree$75,278$32,232
Graduate Degree--
Total$52,188$23,528

Family Income in Houlton

Family Income Brackets in Houlton

According to the Houlton family income data, there are 258 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Houlton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000272.7%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999313.1%
$25,000 to $34,999575.7%
$35,000 to $49,99911311.2%
$50,000 to $74,99917917.8%
$75,000 to $99,99913513.4%
$100,000 to $149,99925825.6%
$150,000 to $199,999929.1%
$200,000+11511.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Houlton

5-person families (201 | 20.0%) account for the highest median family income in Houlton with $150,919 per family, while 2-person families (346 | 34.4%) have the highest median income of $30,972 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Houlton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families346 (34.4%)$61,944
3-Person Families142 (14.1%)$85,000
4-Person Families243 (24.1%)$111,507
5-Person Families201 (20.0%)$150,919
6-Person Families34 (3.4%)$0
7+ Person Families41 (4.1%)$0
Total1,007 (100.0%)$97,594

Family Income by Number of Earners in Houlton

The median family income in Houlton is $97,594, with families comprising 3+ earners (364) having the highest median family income of $111,887, while families with no earners (170) have the lowest median family income of $36,250, accounting for 36.1% and 16.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Houlton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners170 (16.9%)$36,250
1 Earner190 (18.9%)$65,385
2 Earners283 (28.1%)$100,268
3+ Earners364 (36.1%)$111,887
Total1,007 (100.0%)$97,594

Household Income in Houlton

Household Income Brackets in Houlton

With 336 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Houlton, accounting for 16.5% of all households. In contrast, only 104 households (5.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Houlton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001406.9%
$10,000 to $14,99922010.8%
$15,000 to $24,99923811.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991959.6%
$35,000 to $49,99922210.9%
$50,000 to $74,99923811.7%
$75,000 to $99,99923011.3%
$100,000 to $149,99933616.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991045.1%
$200,000+1165.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Houlton

The median household income in Houlton is $50,625, with the highest median household income of $118,068 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 401 households (19.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $26,458, with 718 households (35.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Houlton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years166 (8.2%)$28,750
25 to 44 Years401 (19.7%)$118,068
45 to 64 Years749 (36.8%)$76,750
65+ Years718 (35.3%)$26,458
Total2,034 (100.0%)$50,625

Poverty in Houlton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Houlton

With 14.1% poverty level for males and 28.5% for females among the residents of Houlton, 6 to 11 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 96 males (41.0%) and 105 females (72.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Houlton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)36 (57.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years96 (41.0%)69 (48.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)105 (72.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)28 (33.7%)
18 to 24 Years5 (1.6%)73 (35.4%)
25 to 34 Years51 (25.5%)115 (55.8%)
35 to 44 Years80 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (0.9%)30 (6.4%)
55 to 64 Years42 (27.8%)81 (39.9%)
65 to 74 Years43 (16.5%)21 (7.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)97 (41.3%)
Total320 (14.1%)655 (28.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Houlton

According to the poverty statistics in Houlton, males aged under 5 years and females aged 15 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 Houlton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years98 (100.0%)27 (42.9%)
5 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years138 (59.0%)72 (51.1%)
12 to 14 Years107 (100.0%)39 (27.1%)
15 Years18 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years50 (100.0%)55 (66.3%)
18 to 24 Years316 (98.4%)133 (64.6%)
25 to 34 Years149 (74.5%)91 (44.2%)
35 to 44 Years245 (75.4%)219 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years331 (99.1%)436 (93.6%)
55 to 64 Years109 (72.2%)122 (60.1%)
65 to 74 Years218 (83.5%)255 (92.4%)
75 Years and over163 (100.0%)138 (58.7%)
Total1,956 (85.9%)1,641 (71.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Houlton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Houlton show that 9.5% or 81 of the total 854 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 41 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 Houlton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children444 (96.5%)16 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children105 (81.4%)24 (18.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Total773 (90.5%)81 (9.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Houlton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Houlton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)21 (42.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)21 (21.6%)

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

The poverty data for Houlton shows that 81 of the married-couple family households (9.5%) and 21 of the single-parent households (13.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 household (22.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Houlton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children16 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)21 (22.8%)
3 or 4 Children24 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total81 (9.5%)21 (13.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Houlton

Employment by Class of Employer in Houlton

Among the 1,886 employed individuals in Houlton, private company employees (1,255 | 66.5%), not-for-profit organizations (203 | 10.8%), and local government employees (128 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Houlton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,25566.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)402.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)955.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations20310.8%
Local Government Employees1286.8%
State Government Employees532.8%
Federal Government Employees975.1%
Unpaid Family Workers150.8%
Total1,886100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Houlton

According to the labor force statistics for Houlton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,045), 58.3% or 2,358 individuals are in the labor force, with 18.6% or 439 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 94.3% or 350 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 57.4% or 144 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Houlton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years251 (83.1%)144 (57.4%)
20 to 24 Years350 (94.3%)83 (23.7%)
25 to 29 Years245 (91.4%)64 (26.1%)
30 to 34 Years122 (76.3%)21 (17.2%)
35 to 44 Years465 (82.3%)24 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years628 (78.5%)102 (16.2%)
55 to 59 Years86 (52.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years115 (50.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years87 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,358 (58.3%)439 (18.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Houlton

According to labor force statistics for Houlton, 75.9% of individuals (1,660) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,187) are in the labor force, with 12.7% or 211 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 82.0% or 436 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 82.7% or 143 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Houlton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School173 (72.4%)198 (82.7%)
High School Diploma560 (71.6%)30 (3.8%)
College / Associate Degree436 (82.0%)29 (5.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher492 (77.6%)30 (4.7%)
Total1,660 (75.9%)278 (12.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Houlton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Houlton are Management (252 | 13.1%), Community & Social Service (229 | 11.9%), Education Instruction & Library (118 | 6.1%), Business & Financial (116 | 6.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (95 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Houlton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Houlton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Management (82.9%), and Business & Financial (65.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management209 (82.9%)43 (17.1%)
Business & Financial76 (65.5%)40 (34.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science20 (39.2%)31 (60.8%)
Computers & Mathematics20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 70 (30.6%)159 (69.4%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (17.3%)62 (82.7%)
Legal Services & Support12 (42.9%)16 (57.1%)
Education Instruction & Library45 (38.1%)73 (61.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating13 (13.7%)82 (86.3%)
Health Technologists13 (40.6%)19 (59.4%)
Total (Category)388 (52.2%)355 (47.8%)
Total (Overall)1,079 (56.2%)840 (43.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Houlton are Food Preparation & Serving (146 | 7.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (94 | 4.9%), Healthcare Support (92 | 4.8%), Personal Care & Service (42 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (36 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Houlton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Houlton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (47.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (55.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)92 (100.0%)
Security & Protection36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving65 (44.5%)81 (55.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance45 (47.9%)49 (52.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Total (Category)146 (35.6%)264 (64.4%)
Total (Overall)1,079 (56.2%)840 (43.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Houlton are Office & Administration (226 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (163 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Houlton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related90 (55.2%)73 (44.8%)
Office & Administration122 (54.0%)104 (46.0%)
Total (Category)212 (54.5%)177 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)1,079 (56.2%)840 (43.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Houlton are Construction & Extraction (70 | 3.6%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (58 | 3.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Houlton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,079 (56.2%)840 (43.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Houlton are Production (122 | 6.4%), Material Moving (65 | 3.4%), and Transportation (52 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Houlton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production110 (90.2%)12 (9.8%)
Transportation48 (92.3%)4 (7.7%)
Material Moving37 (56.9%)28 (43.1%)
Total (Category)195 (81.6%)44 (18.4%)
Total (Overall)1,079 (56.2%)840 (43.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Houlton

Employment Industries in Houlton

The major employment industries in Houlton include Health Care & Social Assistance (355 | 18.5%), Retail Trade (294 | 15.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (182 | 9.5%), Manufacturing (175 | 9.1%), and Educational Services (172 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Houlton

Employment Industries by Sex in Houlton

The Houlton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (88.4%), Professional & Scientific (72.7%), and Administrative & Support (65.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Houlton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing154 (88.0%)21 (12.0%)
Wholesale Trade11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade140 (47.6%)154 (52.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing137 (87.3%)20 (12.7%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information9 (42.9%)12 (57.1%)
Finance & Insurance127 (81.9%)28 (18.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific12 (27.3%)32 (72.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support9 (34.6%)17 (65.4%)
Educational Services85 (49.4%)87 (50.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance41 (11.6%)314 (88.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services101 (55.5%)81 (44.5%)
Public Administration96 (82.8%)20 (17.2%)
Total1,079 (56.2%)840 (43.8%)

Education in Houlton

School Enrollment in Houlton

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,045 students in Houlton are middle school (306 | 29.3%), elementary school (270 | 25.8%), and high school (249 | 23.8%).
School Enrollment in Houlton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool484.6%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School27025.8%
Middle School30629.3%
High School24923.8%
College / Undergraduate11611.1%
Graduate / Professional565.4%
Total1,045100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Houlton

Out of a total of 1,045 students who are enrolled in schools in Houlton, 237 (22.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 808 (77.3%) 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 38 (65.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 72 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Houlton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (41.2%)20 (58.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old229 (97.0%)7 (3.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds273 (77.1%)81 (22.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds129 (67.5%)62 (32.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds20 (34.5%)38 (65.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds59 (71.1%)24 (28.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds12 (70.6%)5 (29.4%)
35 Years and over72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total808 (77.3%)237 (22.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Houlton

Business (256 | 28.2%), education (170 | 18.7%), science & technology (136 | 15.0%), liberal arts & history (94 | 10.4%), and psychology (80 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 907 individuals in Houlton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Houlton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural222.4%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology808.8%
Social Sciences808.8%
Engineering151.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies212.3%
Science & Technology13615.0%
Business25628.2%
Education17018.7%
Literature & Languages252.8%
Liberal Arts & History9410.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities80.9%
Total907100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Houlton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Houlton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Houlton are males with 3 vehicles (470, accounting for 44.3%) and females with 3 vehicles (220, making up 58.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Houlton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle13 (1.2%)17 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle198 (18.7%)260 (32.2%)
2 Vehicles289 (27.3%)184 (22.8%)
3 Vehicles470 (44.3%)220 (27.2%)
4 Vehicles81 (7.6%)106 (13.1%)
5 or more Vehicles9 (0.9%)21 (2.6%)
Total1,060 (100.0%)808 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Houlton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Houlton are 5 to 9 minutes (568 commuters, 31.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (433 commuters, 24.1%), and less than 5 minutes (311 commuters, 17.3%).
Commute Time in Houlton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes31117.3%
5 to 9 Minutes56831.6%
10 to 14 Minutes43324.1%
15 to 19 Minutes22112.3%
20 to 24 Minutes362.0%
25 to 29 Minutes140.8%
30 to 34 Minutes653.6%
35 to 39 Minutes120.7%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes583.2%
60 to 89 Minutes221.2%
90 or more Minutes553.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Houlton

The most common commute times in Houlton are 10 to 14 minutes (303 commuters, 28.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (298 commuters, 40.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Houlton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes169 (16.0%)142 (19.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes270 (25.5%)298 (40.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes303 (28.6%)130 (17.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes175 (16.5%)46 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes12 (1.1%)24 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes19 (1.8%)46 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes47 (4.4%)11 (1.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (0.9%)12 (1.6%)
90 or more Minutes41 (3.9%)14 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Houlton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Houlton are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (237, 22.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (149, 20.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Houlton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (2.5%)26 (3.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM33 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM115 (10.9%)46 (6.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM64 (6.0%)59 (8.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM202 (19.1%)58 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM237 (22.4%)149 (20.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM31 (2.9%)126 (17.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM93 (8.8%)71 (9.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM84 (7.9%)83 (11.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM16 (1.5%)66 (9.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM77 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM78 (7.4%)41 (5.6%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)737 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Houlton

Occupancy by Ownership in Houlton

Of the total 2,034 dwellings in Houlton, owner-occupied units account for 1,274 (62.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 760 (37.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Houlton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,27462.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units76037.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,034100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Houlton

Occupancy by Household Size in Houlton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household87943.2%
2-Person Household49424.3%
3-Person Household1095.4%
4+ Person Household55227.1%
Total Housing Units2,034100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Houlton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Houlton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household430 (48.9%)449 (51.1%)
2-Person Household304 (61.5%)190 (38.5%)
3-Person Household88 (80.7%)21 (19.3%)
4+ Person Household452 (81.9%)100 (18.1%)
Total Housing Units1,274 (62.6%)760 (37.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Houlton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Houlton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School136 (58.6%)96 (41.4%)
High School Diploma318 (52.0%)294 (48.0%)
College/Associate Degree425 (64.3%)236 (35.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher395 (74.7%)134 (25.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Houlton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Houlton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years34016.7%
35 to 44 Years22711.2%
45 to 54 Years51725.4%
55 to 64 Years23211.4%
65 to 74 Years41120.2%
75 to 84 Years20310.0%
85 Years and Over1045.1%
Total2,034100.0%

Housing Finances in Houlton

Median Income by Occupancy in Houlton

Median Income by Occupancy in Houlton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,274 (62.6%)$77,008
Renter-Occupied760 (37.4%)$19,156
Average2,034 (100.0%)$50,625

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Houlton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Houlton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (0.9%)48 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $9,99921 (1.7%)61 (8.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99930 (2.4%)189 (24.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99924 (1.9%)108 (14.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99971 (5.6%)34 (4.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999108 (8.5%)87 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999116 (9.1%)106 (14.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999203 (15.9%)35 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999202 (15.9%)27 (3.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999283 (22.2%)52 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more205 (16.1%)13 (1.7%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)760 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Houlton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Houlton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300102 (8.0%)64 (8.4%)
$300 to $499271 (21.3%)129 (17.0%)
$500 to $799203 (15.9%)338 (44.5%)
$800 to $999139 (10.9%)104 (13.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499233 (18.3%)91 (12.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999224 (17.6%)15 (2.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49994 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)760 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Houlton

Housing Structures in Houlton

Housing Structures in Houlton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,38267.9%
Single Unit, Attached40.2%
2 Unit Apartments1658.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1849.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1497.3%
10 or more Apartments1427.0%
Mobile Home / Other80.4%
Total2,034100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Houlton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Houlton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,214 (87.8%)168 (12.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments27 (16.4%)138 (83.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2 (1.1%)182 (98.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments11 (7.4%)138 (92.6%)
10 or more Apartments12 (8.5%)130 (91.5%)
Mobile Home / Other8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,274 (62.6%)760 (37.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Houlton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Houlton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms12 (0.9%)249 (32.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms151 (11.8%)344 (45.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms531 (41.7%)88 (11.6%)
8 or more Rooms580 (45.5%)79 (10.4%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)760 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Houlton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Houlton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity54 (4.2%)186 (24.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,022 (80.2%)395 (52.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)41 (5.4%)
All other Fuels194 (15.2%)102 (13.4%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.3%)36 (4.7%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)760 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Houlton

Household Vehicle Usage in Houlton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (0.9%)138 (18.2%)
1 Vehicle433 (34.0%)462 (60.8%)
2 Vehicles335 (26.3%)135 (17.8%)
3 or more Vehicles494 (38.8%)25 (3.3%)
Total1,274 (100.0%)760 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Houlton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Houlton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units502772
Median Property Value$101,100$152,600
Median Household Income$42,308$182
Monthly Housing Costs$419$8
Real Estate Taxes$1,407$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Houlton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00070 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999178 (35.5%)152 (19.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999203 (40.4%)580 (75.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99911 (2.2%)31 (4.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99940 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)9 (1.2%)
Total502 (100.0%)772 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Houlton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00030 (6.0%)41 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99983 (16.5%)2 (0.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99981 (16.1%)42 (5.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99977 (15.3%)27 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99982 (16.3%)39 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99992 (18.3%)121 (15.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99934 (6.8%)110 (14.2%)
$150,000 or more23 (4.6%)249 (32.3%)
Total502 (100.0%)772 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Houlton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Houlton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x213 (42.4%)110,147 (14,267.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x73 (14.5%)511 (66.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x56 (11.2%)137 (17.7%)
4.0x or more160 (31.9%)47 (6.1%)
Total502 (100.0%)772 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Houlton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80099 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499166 (33.1%)20 (2.6%)
$800 to $1,499225 (44.8%)292 (37.8%)
Total502 (100.0%)772 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Houlton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Houlton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Houlton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years856 (96.6%)30 (3.4%)
19 to 25 Years444 (85.1%)78 (14.9%)
26 to 34 Years304 (85.4%)52 (14.6%)
35 to 44 Years514 (94.5%)30 (5.5%)
45 to 54 Years790 (98.8%)10 (1.3%)
55 to 64 Years312 (88.1%)42 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years537 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,330 (94.7%)242 (5.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Houlton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Houlton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen856 (96.6%)30 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen444 (85.1%)78 (14.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Houlton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Houlton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000676 (91.1%)66 (8.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999896 (92.7%)70 (7.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999498 (96.3%)19 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999489 (95.5%)23 (4.5%)
$100,000 and over1,749 (96.5%)64 (3.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Houlton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Houlton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 658 (33.1%)117 (66.9%)
6 to 18 Years377 (42.5%)497 (56.1%)
19 to 25 Years80 (15.3%)372 (71.3%)
25 to 34 Years127 (35.7%)198 (55.6%)
35 to 44 Years125 (23.0%)398 (73.2%)
45 to 54 Years179 (22.4%)680 (85.0%)
55 to 64 Years154 (43.5%)207 (58.5%)
65 to 74 Years524 (97.6%)297 (55.3%)
75 Years and over392 (98.5%)159 (40.0%)
Total2,016 (44.1%)2,925 (64.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Houlton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Houlton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years41 (9.7%)85 (20.1%)
18 to 34 Years108 (20.7%)58 (14.1%)
35 to 64 Years126 (15.6%)178 (20.1%)
65 to 74 Years94 (36.0%)94 (34.1%)
75 Years and over63 (38.7%)108 (46.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Houlton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (2.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (3.8%)42 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years21 (8.1%)60 (21.7%)
75 Years and over53 (32.5%)38 (16.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <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 Years13 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (2.1%)48 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)70 (25.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)25 (10.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years27 (6.4%)85 (20.1%)
18 to 34 Years95 (18.2%)58 (14.1%)
35 to 64 Years61 (7.5%)50 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years34 (13.0%)12 (4.3%)
75 Years and over9 (5.5%)15 (6.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)52 (12.6%)
35 to 64 Years87 (10.7%)113 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years51 (19.5%)72 (26.1%)
75 Years and over51 (31.3%)48 (20.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years69 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)84 (30.4%)
75 Years and over5 (3.1%)5 (2.1%)

Technology Access in Houlton

Computing Device Access in Houlton

Computing Device Access in Houlton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,52575.0%
Smartphone1,68082.6%
Tablet1,22960.4%
No Computing Device20310.0%
Total2,034100.0%

Internet Access in Houlton

Internet Access in Houlton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet90.4%
Broadband Home1,55376.3%
Cellular Data Only1145.6%
Satellite Internet512.5%
No Internet32415.9%
Total2,034100.0%

Houlton Summary

Houlton, Maine is a small town located in Aroostook County, in the northernmost part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest town in the county, with a population of 6,123 as of the 2010 census. The town is situated on the banks of the Meduxnekeag River, near the border with Canada.

History

Houlton was first settled in 1807 by Joseph Houlton, a Revolutionary War veteran from Massachusetts. He was granted a large tract of land by the state of Maine, and he and his family established a homestead on the banks of the Meduxnekeag River. The town was incorporated in 1831, and the first post office was established in 1832.
In the mid-19th century, Houlton became an important stop on the stagecoach route between Bangor and Fredericton, New Brunswick. The town was also a major center for the lumber industry, and the first sawmill was built in 1845.
In the late 19th century, Houlton became a major hub for the potato industry. The town was home to several large potato warehouses, and the industry provided employment for many of the town's residents.

Geography

Houlton is located in the northernmost part of Maine, near the border with Canada. The town is situated on the banks of the Meduxnekeag River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located about 40 miles south of the Canadian border, and about 100 miles north of Bangor.
The town has a total area of 8.2 square miles, of which 8.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The town is located in the St. John Valley, and is part of the Aroostook Valley region.

Economy

Houlton's economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several large potato warehouses, and the potato industry is still an important part of the local economy. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Tourism is also an important part of the local economy. The town is home to several attractions, including the Aroostook State Park, the Houlton Historical Society Museum, and the Houlton Community Theater. The town is also home to several festivals and events, including the Houlton Fair and the Houlton Agricultural Fair.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Houlton had a population of 6,123. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the town was $18,938. About 11.3% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Houlton?
Total Population of Houlton is 4,918.
What is the Total Male Population of Houlton?
Total Male Population of Houlton is 2,402.
What is the Total Female Population of Houlton?
Total Female Population of Houlton is 2,516.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Houlton?
There are 95.47 Males per 100 Females in Houlton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Houlton?
There are 104.75 Females per 100 Males in Houlton.
What is the Median Population Age in Houlton?
Median Population Age in Houlton is 44.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Houlton
Average Family Size in Houlton is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Houlton
Average Household Size in Houlton is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Houlton?
Per Capita income in Houlton is $30,459.
What is the Median Family Income in Houlton?
Median Family Income in Houlton is $97,594.
What is the Median Household income in Houlton?
Median Household Income in Houlton is $50,625.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Houlton?
Income or Wage Gap in Houlton is 46.8%.
Women in Houlton earn 53.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Houlton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Houlton is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Houlton?
There are 2,358 People in the Labor Forcein in Houlton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Houlton?
58.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Houlton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Houlton?
Unemployment Rate in Houlton is 18.6%.