Houlton, ME Zip Code Map & Characteristics

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Houlton Overview

5,057
TOTAL POPULATION
2,541
MALE POPULATION
2,516
FEMALE POPULATION
100.99
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,198
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,427
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,069
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
55.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
44.5¢ per $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,429
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,483
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
19.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Houlton Zip Codes

Houlton Area Codes

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 5,057.
What is the Total Male Population of Houlton?
Total Male Population of Houlton is 2,541.
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 100.99 Males per 100 Females in Houlton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Houlton?
There are 99.02 Females per 100 Males in Houlton.
What is the Median Population Age in Houlton?
Median Population Age in Houlton is 42.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Houlton
Average Family Size in Houlton is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Houlton
Average Household Size in Houlton is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Houlton?
Per Capita income in Houlton is $29,198.
What is the Median Family Income in Houlton?
Median Family Income in Houlton is $88,427.
What is the Median Household income in Houlton?
Median Household Income in Houlton is $50,069.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Houlton?
Income or Wage Gap in Houlton is 55.5%.
Women in Houlton earn 44.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Houlton?
Family Income Deficit in Houlton is $9,429.
Families that are below poverty line in Houlton earn $9,429 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
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 2,483 People in the Labor Forcein in Houlton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Houlton?
60.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Houlton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Houlton?
Unemployment Rate in Houlton is 19.5%.

Race in Houlton

The most populous races in Houlton are White / Caucasian (4,738 | 93.7%), Hispanic or Latino (181 | 3.6%), and Black / African American (156 | 3.1%).
Race in Houlton
Race# Population% Population
Asian130.3%
Black / African American1563.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1813.6%
Native / Alaskan1012.0%
White / Caucasian4,73893.7%
Two or more Races491.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total5,057100.0%

Ancestry in Houlton

The most populous ancestries reported in Houlton are English (1,142 | 22.6%), Irish (692 | 13.7%), American (360 | 7.1%), French (346 | 6.8%), and Scottish (144 | 2.9%), together accounting for 53.1% of all Houlton residents.
Ancestry in Houlton
Race# Population% Population
American3607.1%
Blackfeet90.2%
Cajun130.3%
Canadian440.9%
Cherokee90.2%
Cuban1102.2%
Dominican80.2%
English1,14222.6%
Filipino50.1%
French3466.8%
French American Indian150.3%
French Canadian691.4%
German1192.4%
Indian (Asian)50.1%
Irish69213.7%
Italian360.7%
Jamaican80.2%
Nigerian791.6%
Norwegian110.2%
Polish100.2%
Puerto Rican501.0%
Russian90.2%
Scotch-Irish270.5%
Scottish1442.9%
Sioux230.4%
Subsaharan African791.6%
Swedish60.1%
Vietnamese80.2%
Welsh140.3%

Sex and Age in Houlton

Sex and Age in Houlton

The most populous age groups in Houlton are 50 to 54 Years (256 | 10.1%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (257 | 10.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Houlton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years130 (5.1%)48 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Years194 (7.6%)85 (3.4%)
10 to 14 Years163 (6.4%)232 (9.2%)
15 to 19 Years247 (9.7%)201 (8.0%)
20 to 24 Years239 (9.4%)104 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years138 (5.4%)97 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Years74 (2.9%)82 (3.3%)
35 to 39 Years204 (8.0%)126 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Years182 (7.2%)111 (4.4%)
45 to 49 Years70 (2.8%)128 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years256 (10.1%)257 (10.2%)
55 to 59 Years111 (4.4%)170 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years105 (4.1%)165 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years121 (4.8%)148 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years90 (3.5%)154 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years72 (2.8%)79 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years39 (1.5%)152 (6.0%)
85 Years and over106 (4.2%)177 (7.0%)
Total2,541 (100.0%)2,516 (100.0%)

Selected Sex and Age Groups in Houlton

Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 14 Years357 (14.1%)317 (12.6%)
15 to 17 Years79 (3.1%)159 (6.3%)
Under 18 Years566 (22.3%)524 (20.8%)
18 to 24 Years407 (16.0%)146 (5.8%)
15 to 44 Years1,084 (42.7%)721 (28.7%)
16 Years and over2,025 (79.7%)2,100 (83.5%)
18 Years and over1,975 (77.7%)1,992 (79.2%)
21 Years and over1,761 (69.3%)1,943 (77.2%)
60 Years and over533 (21.0%)875 (34.8%)
62 Years and over496 (19.5%)796 (31.6%)
65 Years and over428 (16.8%)710 (28.2%)
75 Years and over217 (8.5%)408 (16.2%)
Total2,541 (100.0%)2,516 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Houlton

Median Family Size in Houlton

The median family size in Houlton is 3.35 persons per family, with single male/father families (49 | 4.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.59 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (141 | 13.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.74 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Houlton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple869 (82.1%)3.43
Single Male/Father49 (4.6%)3.59
Single Female/Mother141 (13.3%)2.74
All Families1,059 (100.0%)3.35

Median Household Size in Houlton

The median household size in Houlton is 2.28 persons per household, with single male/father households (49 | 2.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (1,018 | 49.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Houlton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple869 (41.8%)3.48
Single Male/Father49 (2.4%)3.67
Single Female/Mother141 (6.8%)2.74
Non-family1,018 (49.0%)1.12
All Households2,077 (100.0%)2.28

Household Size by Marriage Status in Houlton

Out of a total of 2,077 households in Houlton, 1,059 (51.0%) are family households, while 1,018 (49.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 365, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 921.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Houlton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-921 (44.3%)
2-Person Households365 (17.6%)97 (4.7%)
3-Person Households167 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households244 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households206 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households37 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households40 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,059 (51.0%)1,018 (49.0%)

Female Fertility in Houlton

Fertility by Age in Houlton

Average fertility rate in Houlton is 7.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 21.0 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 Houlton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)21.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)7.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Houlton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Houlton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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 Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree6 (100.0%)167.0
Total6 (100.0%)7.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Houlton

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%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Houlton

Income Overview in Houlton

Per Capita Income in Houlton is $29,198, while median incomes of families and households are $88,427 and $50,069 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,057$29,198
Median Family Income1,059$88,427
Mean Family Income1,059$103,588
Median Household Income2,077$50,069
Mean Household Income2,077$69,724
Income Deficit1,059$9,429
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,05755.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,05744.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,0570.49

Earnings by Sex in Houlton

Average Earnings in Houlton are $27,232, $41,186 for men and $18,333 for women, a difference of 55.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Houlton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,406 (56.1%)$41,186
Female1,098 (43.9%)$18,333
Average2,504 (100.0%)$27,232

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Houlton

The most common earnings brackets in Houlton are $100,000+ for men (248 | 17.6%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (140 | 12.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Houlton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less42 (3.0%)96 (8.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)119 (10.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499154 (11.0%)70 (6.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99935 (2.5%)58 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)48 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99961 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49941 (2.9%)140 (12.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)54 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49942 (3.0%)52 (4.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99992 (6.5%)23 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999101 (7.2%)114 (10.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99949 (3.5%)80 (7.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99949 (3.5%)74 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999109 (7.7%)17 (1.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99968 (4.8%)54 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99968 (4.8%)13 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99966 (4.7%)17 (1.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99953 (3.8%)24 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999128 (9.1%)34 (3.1%)
$100,000+248 (17.6%)11 (1.0%)
Total1,406 (100.0%)1,098 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Houlton

Average earnings in Houlton are $52,154 for men and $18,438 for women, a difference of 64.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,786, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $40,081. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,732, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,881.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Houlton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$44,333$15,881
High School Diploma$40,742$22,273
College or Associate's Degree$40,081$25,121
Bachelor's Degree$56,786$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$52,154$18,438

Family Income in Houlton

Family Income Brackets in Houlton

According to the Houlton family income data, there are 293 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Houlton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000343.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999736.9%
$25,000 to $34,999918.6%
$35,000 to $49,999555.2%
$50,000 to $74,99920719.5%
$75,000 to $99,99914213.4%
$100,000 to $149,99929327.7%
$150,000 to $199,999514.8%
$200,000+11310.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Houlton

5-person families (206 | 19.5%) account for the highest median family income in Houlton with $138,476 per family, while 2-person families (369 | 34.8%) have the highest median income of $28,608 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Houlton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families369 (34.8%)$57,216
3-Person Families196 (18.5%)$66,250
4-Person Families211 (19.9%)$104,155
5-Person Families206 (19.5%)$138,476
6-Person Families37 (3.5%)$0
7+ Person Families40 (3.8%)$0
Total1,059 (100.0%)$88,427

Family Income by Number of Earners in Houlton

The median family income in Houlton is $88,427, with families comprising 3+ earners (365) having the highest median family income of $104,512, while families with no earners (156) have the lowest median family income of $30,278, accounting for 34.5% and 14.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Houlton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners156 (14.7%)$30,278
1 Earner236 (22.3%)$61,500
2 Earners302 (28.5%)$88,468
3+ Earners365 (34.5%)$104,512
Total1,059 (100.0%)$88,427

Household Income in Houlton

Household Income Brackets in Houlton

With 345 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Houlton, accounting for 16.6% of all households. In contrast, only 64 households (3.1%) 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 $10,0001939.3%
$10,000 to $14,9991858.9%
$15,000 to $24,99930514.7%
$25,000 to $34,99920810.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991457.0%
$50,000 to $74,99934516.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991858.9%
$100,000 to $149,99933216.0%
$150,000 to $199,999643.1%
$200,000+1125.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Houlton

The median household income in Houlton is $50,069, with the highest median household income of $88,906 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 437 households (21.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $22,411, with 712 households (34.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Houlton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years126 (6.1%)$39,286
25 to 44 Years437 (21.0%)$88,906
45 to 64 Years802 (38.6%)$74,783
65+ Years712 (34.3%)$22,411
Total2,077 (100.0%)$50,069

Poverty in Houlton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Houlton

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 30.8% for females among the residents of Houlton, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 103 males (41.0%) and 41 females (85.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Houlton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (13.1%)41 (85.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years103 (41.0%)102 (60.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)103 (70.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)37 (34.3%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)21 (14.4%)
25 to 34 Years22 (10.7%)125 (69.8%)
35 to 44 Years87 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (0.6%)19 (4.9%)
55 to 64 Years40 (20.5%)119 (37.1%)
65 to 74 Years17 (8.1%)31 (10.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)126 (49.2%)
Total288 (12.0%)724 (30.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Houlton

According to the poverty statistics in Houlton, males aged 12 to 14 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 Years113 (86.9%)7 (14.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years148 (59.0%)68 (40.0%)
12 to 14 Years106 (100.0%)44 (29.9%)
15 Years29 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years50 (100.0%)71 (65.7%)
18 to 24 Years389 (100.0%)125 (85.6%)
25 to 34 Years184 (89.3%)54 (30.2%)
35 to 44 Years278 (76.2%)237 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years324 (99.4%)366 (95.1%)
55 to 64 Years155 (79.5%)202 (62.9%)
65 to 74 Years194 (91.9%)271 (89.7%)
75 Years and over140 (100.0%)130 (50.8%)
Total2,110 (88.0%)1,626 (69.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Houlton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Houlton show that 8.6% or 75 of the total 869 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 40 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 Children460 (98.1%)9 (1.9%)
1 or 2 Children220 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children114 (81.4%)26 (18.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Total794 (91.4%)75 (8.6%)

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%)8 (12.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)48 (63.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)56 (39.7%)

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

The poverty data for Houlton shows that 75 of the married-couple family households (8.6%) and 56 of the single-parent households (29.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 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 48 household (44.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Houlton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (1.9%)8 (9.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)48 (44.4%)
3 or 4 Children26 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (8.6%)56 (29.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Houlton

Employment by Class of Employer in Houlton

Among the 1,931 employed individuals in Houlton, private company employees (1,296 | 67.1%), not-for-profit organizations (195 | 10.1%), and local government employees (175 | 9.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Houlton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,29667.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)120.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)934.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations19510.1%
Local Government Employees1759.1%
State Government Employees593.1%
Federal Government Employees1015.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,931100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Houlton

According to the labor force statistics for Houlton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,125), 60.2% or 2,483 individuals are in the labor force, with 19.5% or 484 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 96.2% or 150 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 55.9% or 176 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Houlton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years315 (85.6%)176 (55.9%)
20 to 24 Years328 (95.6%)85 (25.9%)
25 to 29 Years210 (89.4%)66 (31.4%)
30 to 34 Years150 (96.2%)24 (16.0%)
35 to 44 Years531 (85.2%)29 (5.5%)
45 to 54 Years583 (82.0%)105 (18.0%)
55 to 59 Years136 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years141 (52.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years90 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,483 (60.2%)484 (19.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Houlton

According to labor force statistics for Houlton, 76.9% of individuals (1,750) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,276) are in the labor force, with 12.8% or 224 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 83.9% or 484 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 80.6% or 145 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Houlton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School180 (80.4%)181 (80.6%)
High School Diploma525 (69.3%)35 (4.6%)
College / Associate Degree562 (78.4%)37 (5.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher484 (83.9%)31 (5.4%)
Total1,750 (76.9%)291 (12.8%)

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 (237 | 11.9%), Community & Social Service (235 | 11.8%), Education Instruction & Library (160 | 8.0%), Business & Financial (120 | 6.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (76 | 3.8%).
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 (85.2%), and Business & Financial (71.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (74.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management202 (85.2%)35 (14.8%)
Business & Financial86 (71.7%)34 (28.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science24 (43.6%)31 (56.4%)
Computers & Mathematics24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 105 (44.7%)130 (55.3%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (25.5%)38 (74.5%)
Legal Services & Support10 (45.5%)12 (54.5%)
Education Instruction & Library82 (51.2%)78 (48.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating21 (27.6%)55 (72.4%)
Health Technologists21 (58.3%)15 (41.7%)
Total (Category)438 (60.6%)285 (39.4%)
Total (Overall)1,213 (60.7%)786 (39.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Houlton are Food Preparation & Serving (192 | 9.6%), Healthcare Support (85 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (76 | 3.8%), Law Enforcement (76 | 3.8%), and Personal Care & Service (73 | 3.6%).
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 (69.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
Security & Protection76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving91 (47.4%)101 (52.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance20 (69.0%)9 (31.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)73 (100.0%)
Total (Category)187 (41.1%)268 (58.9%)
Total (Overall)1,213 (60.7%)786 (39.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Houlton are Sales & Related (236 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (193 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Houlton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related144 (61.0%)92 (39.0%)
Office & Administration80 (41.4%)113 (58.6%)
Total (Category)224 (52.2%)205 (47.8%)
Total (Overall)1,213 (60.7%)786 (39.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Houlton are Construction & Extraction (65 | 3.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (59 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (41 | 2.1%).
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 & Forestry41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)165 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,213 (60.7%)786 (39.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Houlton are Production (113 | 5.7%), Material Moving (64 | 3.2%), and Transportation (50 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Houlton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Houlton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation48 (96.0%)2 (4.0%)
Material Moving38 (59.4%)26 (40.6%)
Total (Category)199 (87.7%)28 (12.3%)
Total (Overall)1,213 (60.7%)786 (39.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Houlton

Employment Industries in Houlton

The major employment industries in Houlton include Health Care & Social Assistance (355 | 17.8%), Retail Trade (311 | 15.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (201 | 10.1%), Manufacturing (191 | 9.6%), and Educational Services (188 | 9.4%).
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 (78.9%), Professional & Scientific (69.7%), and Administrative & Support (66.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Houlton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing172 (90.0%)19 (10.0%)
Wholesale Trade15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade192 (61.7%)119 (38.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing141 (98.6%)2 (1.4%)
Utilities12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance137 (83.5%)27 (16.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific10 (30.3%)23 (69.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support10 (33.3%)20 (66.7%)
Educational Services92 (48.9%)96 (51.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services89 (44.3%)112 (55.7%)
Public Administration128 (89.5%)15 (10.5%)
Total1,213 (60.7%)786 (39.3%)

Education in Houlton

School Enrollment in Houlton

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,052 students in Houlton are high school (311 | 29.6%), elementary school (304 | 28.9%), and middle school (302 | 28.7%).
School Enrollment in Houlton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool514.9%
Kindergarten30.3%
Elementary School30428.9%
Middle School30228.7%
High School31129.6%
College / Undergraduate615.8%
Graduate / Professional201.9%
Total1,052100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Houlton

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Houlton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old250 (98.8%)3 (1.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds277 (77.8%)79 (22.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds164 (72.9%)61 (27.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds32 (41.6%)45 (58.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (24.4%)31 (75.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
35 Years and over33 (78.6%)9 (21.4%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Houlton

Business (242 | 31.4%), science & technology (145 | 18.8%), education (119 | 15.4%), liberal arts & history (74 | 9.6%), and psychology (69 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 772 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 & Agricultural70.9%
Physical & Health Sciences162.1%
Psychology698.9%
Social Sciences536.9%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology14518.8%
Business24231.4%
Education11915.4%
Literature & Languages263.4%
Liberal Arts & History749.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities212.7%
Total772100.0%

Educational Attainment by Sex by Age in Houlton

Education By Age Bracket: 18 to 24 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 18 to 24 years in Houlton is some college / no degree, with 205 individuals or 50.4% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have some college / no degree, with 44 individuals or 30.1%.
Education By Age Bracket in Houlton: 18 to 24 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)7 (4.8%)
9th to 12th Grade8 (2.0%)42 (28.8%)
High School Diploma184 (45.2%)17 (11.6%)
Some College / No Degree205 (50.4%)44 (30.1%)
Associate's Degree10 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)36 (24.7%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total407 (100.0%)146 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 25 to 34 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 25 to 34 years in Houlton is associate's degree, with 104 individuals or 49.1% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 44 individuals or 24.6%.
Education By Age Bracket in Houlton: 25 to 34 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade0 (0.0%)40 (22.4%)
High School Diploma88 (41.5%)44 (24.6%)
Some College / No Degree20 (9.4%)30 (16.8%)
Associate's Degree104 (49.1%)31 (17.3%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)28 (15.6%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)6 (3.4%)
Total212 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 35 to 44 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 35 to 44 years in Houlton is graduate degree, with 135 individuals or 35.0% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have some college / no degree, with 66 individuals or 27.9%.
Education By Age Bracket in Houlton: 35 to 44 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade32 (8.3%)9 (3.8%)
High School Diploma104 (26.9%)42 (17.7%)
Some College / No Degree42 (10.9%)66 (27.9%)
Associate's Degree51 (13.2%)44 (18.6%)
Bachelor's Degree22 (5.7%)46 (19.4%)
Graduate Degree135 (35.0%)30 (12.7%)
Total386 (100.0%)237 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 45 to 64 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 45 to 64 years in Houlton is high school diploma, with 276 individuals or 50.9% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 204 individuals or 28.3%.
Education By Age Bracket in Houlton: 45 to 64 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade15 (2.8%)14 (1.9%)
9th to 12th Grade0 (0.0%)114 (15.8%)
High School Diploma276 (50.9%)204 (28.3%)
Some College / No Degree85 (15.7%)159 (22.1%)
Associate's Degree36 (6.6%)49 (6.8%)
Bachelor's Degree90 (16.6%)163 (22.6%)
Graduate Degree40 (7.4%)17 (2.4%)
Total542 (100.0%)720 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 65 Years and over

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 65 years and over in Houlton is high school diploma, with 193 individuals or 45.1% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 293 individuals or 41.3%.
Education By Age Bracket in Houlton: 65 Years and over
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade23 (5.4%)25 (3.5%)
9th to 12th Grade46 (10.7%)55 (7.7%)
High School Diploma193 (45.1%)293 (41.3%)
Some College / No Degree60 (14.0%)186 (26.2%)
Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)78 (11.0%)
Bachelor's Degree40 (9.3%)58 (8.2%)
Graduate Degree66 (15.4%)15 (2.1%)
Total428 (100.0%)710 (100.0%)

Transportation & Commute in Houlton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Houlton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Houlton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle31 (2.6%)63 (8.6%)
1 Vehicle227 (19.1%)166 (22.7%)
2 Vehicles352 (29.7%)166 (22.7%)
3 Vehicles518 (43.7%)241 (33.0%)
4 Vehicles50 (4.2%)75 (10.3%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (0.7%)19 (2.6%)
Total1,186 (100.0%)730 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Houlton

Commute Time in Houlton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes35218.7%
5 to 9 Minutes62433.2%
10 to 14 Minutes36319.3%
15 to 19 Minutes1779.4%
20 to 24 Minutes633.4%
25 to 29 Minutes211.1%
30 to 34 Minutes904.8%
35 to 39 Minutes120.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes844.5%
60 to 89 Minutes351.9%
90 or more Minutes593.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Houlton

Commute Time by Sex in Houlton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes211 (17.9%)141 (20.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes310 (26.3%)314 (44.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes299 (25.3%)64 (9.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes141 (11.9%)36 (5.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes17 (1.4%)46 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)21 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes39 (3.3%)51 (7.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes73 (6.2%)11 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes35 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes44 (3.7%)15 (2.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Houlton

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Houlton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM30 (2.5%)17 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM35 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM148 (12.5%)20 (2.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM85 (7.2%)55 (7.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM205 (17.4%)36 (5.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM311 (26.3%)136 (19.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM41 (3.5%)125 (17.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM103 (8.7%)61 (8.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM82 (6.9%)107 (15.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM11 (0.9%)72 (10.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)22 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)33 (4.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM61 (5.2%)7 (1.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM69 (5.8%)8 (1.1%)
Total1,181 (100.0%)699 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Houlton

Occupancy by Ownership in Houlton

Occupancy by Ownership in Houlton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,31163.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units76636.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,077100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Houlton

Occupancy by Household Size in Houlton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household92144.3%
2-Person Household46222.2%
3-Person Household1678.0%
4+ Person Household52725.4%
Total Housing Units2,077100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Houlton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Houlton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household423 (45.9%)498 (54.1%)
2-Person Household334 (72.3%)128 (27.7%)
3-Person Household125 (74.9%)42 (25.2%)
4+ Person Household429 (81.4%)98 (18.6%)
Total Housing Units1,311 (63.1%)766 (36.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Houlton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Houlton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School144 (56.7%)110 (43.3%)
High School Diploma324 (52.4%)294 (47.6%)
College/Associate Degree502 (67.3%)244 (32.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher341 (74.3%)118 (25.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Houlton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Houlton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years31115.0%
35 to 44 Years25212.1%
45 to 54 Years46822.5%
55 to 64 Years33416.1%
65 to 74 Years39318.9%
75 to 84 Years1889.0%
85 Years and Over1316.3%
Total2,077100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Houlton

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Houlton
Age BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Under 35 Years71 (22.8%)240 (77.2%)
35 to 44 Years218 (86.5%)34 (13.5%)
45 to 54 Years386 (82.5%)82 (17.5%)
55 to 64 Years228 (68.3%)106 (31.7%)
65 to 74 Years251 (63.9%)142 (36.1%)
75 to 84 Years108 (57.5%)80 (42.5%)
85 Years and Over49 (37.4%)82 (62.6%)
Total1,311 (63.1%)766 (36.9%)

Households by Occupants per Room in Houlton

Households by Occupants per Room in Houlton
Occupants per RoomOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1.00 or less1,278 (97.5%)766 (100.0%)
1.01 to 1.500 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1.51 or more33 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Houlton

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Houlton
Move-In YearOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2017 or later32 (2.4%)85 (11.1%)
2015 to 2016215 (16.4%)327 (42.7%)
2010 to 2014224 (17.1%)182 (23.8%)
2000 to 2009303 (23.1%)138 (18.0%)
1990 to 1999182 (13.9%)24 (3.1%)
1989 or earlier355 (27.1%)10 (1.3%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Housing Finances in Houlton

Median Income by Occupancy in Houlton

Median Income by Occupancy in Houlton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,311 (63.1%)$71,215
Renter-Occupied766 (36.9%)$18,611
Average2,077 (100.0%)$50,069

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Houlton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Houlton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (0.9%)51 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99936 (2.8%)95 (12.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99928 (2.1%)157 (20.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99935 (2.7%)125 (16.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99990 (6.9%)56 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999110 (8.4%)97 (12.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99975 (5.7%)71 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999311 (23.7%)34 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999151 (11.5%)34 (4.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999312 (23.8%)20 (2.6%)
$150,000 or more151 (11.5%)26 (3.4%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Housing Costs in Houlton

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Houlton

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Houlton

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton
Occupancy TypeMedian IncomeHousing Costs
Owner-Occupied$71,215$776 x 12mo (13.1%)
Renter-Occupied$18,611$538 x 12mo (34.7%)
Average$50,069$590 x 12mo (14.1%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Houlton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Houlton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300182 (13.9%)104 (13.6%)
$300 to $499308 (23.5%)211 (27.6%)
$500 to $799173 (13.2%)294 (38.4%)
$800 to $999150 (11.4%)97 (12.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499189 (14.4%)41 (5.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999288 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4999 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: Less than $20,000

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent20 (18.0%)31 (7.2%)
20 to 29 percent9 (8.1%)96 (22.4%)
30 percent or more82 (73.9%)301 (70.3%)
Total111 (100.0%)428 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $20,000 to $34,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent135 (67.5%)5 (3.5%)
20 to 29 percent6 (3.0%)27 (18.9%)
30 percent or more59 (29.5%)111 (77.6%)
Total200 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $35,000 to $49,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent40 (53.3%)46 (64.8%)
20 to 29 percent11 (14.7%)25 (35.2%)
30 percent or more24 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $50,000 to $74,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent244 (78.5%)34 (100.0%)
20 to 29 percent42 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more25 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total311 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $75,000 or more

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent497 (80.9%)71 (100.0%)
20 to 29 percent109 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more8 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total614 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Houlton

Housing Structures in Houlton

Housing Structures in Houlton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,42168.4%
Single Unit, Attached50.2%
2 Unit Apartments1547.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1446.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1959.4%
10 or more Apartments1507.2%
Mobile Home / Other80.4%
Total2,077100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Houlton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Houlton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,261 (88.7%)160 (11.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments11 (7.1%)143 (92.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments13 (9.0%)131 (91.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments10 (5.1%)185 (94.9%)
10 or more Apartments8 (5.3%)142 (94.7%)
Mobile Home / Other8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (63.1%)766 (36.9%)

Housing Structures by Year Built in Houlton

Housing Structures by Year Built in Houlton
Year Built# Structures% Structures
2014 or later00.0%
2010 to 2013231.1%
2000 to 2009341.6%
1980 to 199926112.6%
1960 to 197949323.7%
1940 to 195965131.3%
1939 or earlier61529.6%
Total2,077100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Houlton

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Houlton
Year BuiltOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2014 or later0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2010 to 20138 (0.6%)15 (2.0%)
2000 to 200910 (0.8%)24 (3.1%)
1980 to 199947 (3.6%)214 (27.9%)
1960 to 1979313 (23.9%)180 (23.5%)
1940 to 1959505 (38.5%)146 (19.1%)
1939 or earlier428 (32.7%)187 (24.4%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Houlton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Houlton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room33 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)267 (34.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms138 (10.5%)309 (40.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms579 (44.2%)122 (15.9%)
8 or more Rooms561 (42.8%)68 (8.9%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (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%)
Electricity30 (2.3%)205 (26.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,063 (81.1%)418 (54.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)40 (5.2%)
All other Fuels216 (16.5%)84 (11.0%)
No Fuel Used2 (0.2%)19 (2.5%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Houlton

Household Vehicle Usage in Houlton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle51 (3.9%)145 (18.9%)
1 Vehicle470 (35.8%)471 (61.5%)
2 Vehicles303 (23.1%)109 (14.2%)
3 or more Vehicles487 (37.1%)41 (5.3%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)766 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Houlton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Houlton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units547764
Median Property Value$84,300$125,800
Median Household Income$55,766$131
Monthly Housing Costs$360$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,200$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Houlton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000123 (22.5%)14 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999208 (38.0%)184 (24.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999174 (31.8%)548 (71.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99911 (2.0%)8 (1.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99931 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
Total547 (100.0%)764 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Houlton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00046 (8.4%)20 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999118 (21.6%)2 (0.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99960 (11.0%)35 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99940 (7.3%)50 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999134 (24.5%)35 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (10.6%)177 (23.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99971 (13.0%)93 (12.2%)
$150,000 or more20 (3.7%)241 (31.5%)
Total547 (100.0%)764 (100.0%)

Housing Costs by Income Bracket by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: Less than $20,000

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent20 (19.4%)8 (0.7%)
20 to 29 percent9 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more74 (71.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total103 (100.0%)1,200 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $20,000 to $34,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent121 (100.0%)79 (987.5%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)14 (175.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)6 (75.0%)
Total121 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $35,000 to $49,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent40 (100.0%)35 (59.3%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)11 (18.6%)
Total40 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $50,000 to $74,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent134 (100.0%)177 (737.5%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)110 (458.3%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)42 (175.0%)
Total134 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $75,000 or more

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Houlton: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent149 (100.0%)465 (1,860.0%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)348 (1,392.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)109 (436.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)25 (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 2.0x289 (52.8%)92,727 (12,137.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x115 (21.0%)534 (69.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x15 (2.7%)130 (17.0%)
4.0x or more128 (23.4%)39 (5.1%)
Total547 (100.0%)764 (100.0%)

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Houlton

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Houlton
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $20014326.1%
$200 to $39919335.3%
$400 to $59918533.8%
$600 to $999264.8%
$1,000 to $1,29900.0%
$1,300 to $1,49900.0%
$1,500 or more00.0%
Total547100.0%

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Houlton

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Houlton
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $20000.0%
$200 to $39900.0%
$400 to $59900.0%
$600 to $799648.4%
$800 to $999607.9%
$1,000 to $1,49914218.6%
$1,500 to $1,99918924.7%
$2,000 to $2,49928837.7%
$2,500 to $2,99991.2%
$3,000 or more121.6%
Total764100.0%

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Houlton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Houlton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800142 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499203 (37.1%)29 (3.8%)
$800 to $1,499194 (35.5%)288 (37.7%)
Total547 (100.0%)764 (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 Years178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years945 (96.5%)34 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years434 (86.3%)69 (13.7%)
26 to 34 Years291 (83.1%)59 (16.9%)
35 to 44 Years560 (93.0%)42 (7.0%)
45 to 54 Years700 (98.5%)11 (1.5%)
55 to 64 Years484 (93.8%)32 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years513 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older396 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,501 (94.8%)247 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Houlton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Houlton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen945 (96.5%)34 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen434 (86.3%)69 (13.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Houlton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Houlton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000933 (93.7%)63 (6.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999700 (90.1%)77 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999673 (91.9%)59 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999543 (95.6%)25 (4.4%)
$100,000 and over1,630 (98.6%)23 (1.4%)

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 677 (43.3%)112 (62.9%)
6 to 18 Years402 (41.1%)563 (57.5%)
19 to 25 Years46 (9.1%)404 (80.3%)
25 to 34 Years100 (28.6%)229 (65.4%)
35 to 44 Years142 (23.6%)427 (70.9%)
45 to 54 Years83 (11.7%)654 (92.0%)
55 to 64 Years239 (46.3%)298 (57.8%)
65 to 74 Years500 (97.5%)232 (45.2%)
75 Years and over390 (98.5%)182 (46.0%)
Total1,979 (41.7%)3,101 (65.3%)

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 Years40 (9.2%)93 (19.5%)
18 to 34 Years128 (21.5%)18 (5.5%)
35 to 64 Years125 (14.1%)238 (25.2%)
65 to 74 Years80 (37.9%)136 (45.0%)
75 Years and over67 (47.9%)100 (39.1%)

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%)10 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (6.4%)46 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years23 (10.9%)61 (20.2%)
75 Years and over51 (36.4%)61 (23.8%)

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 Years11 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (5.4%)33 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years16 (7.6%)70 (23.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)22 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years27 (6.2%)93 (19.5%)
18 to 34 Years106 (17.8%)11 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years36 (4.1%)100 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years10 (4.7%)22 (7.3%)
75 Years and over18 (12.9%)13 (5.1%)

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%)11 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years63 (7.1%)112 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years47 (22.3%)105 (34.8%)
75 Years and over63 (45.0%)27 (10.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Houlton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years42 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)72 (23.8%)
75 Years and over19 (13.6%)4 (1.6%)

Technology Access in Houlton

Computing Device Access in Houlton

Computing Device Access in Houlton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,41268.0%
Smartphone1,59876.9%
Tablet1,28161.7%
No Computing Device25512.3%
Total2,077100.0%

Internet Access in Houlton

Internet Access in Houlton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet90.4%
Broadband Home1,54574.4%
Cellular Data Only904.3%
Satellite Internet783.8%
No Internet40319.4%
Total2,077100.0%