Machias, ME Zip Code Map & Characteristics

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Machias Overview

1,396
TOTAL POPULATION
649
MALE POPULATION
747
FEMALE POPULATION
86.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.10
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$15,723
PER CAPITA INCOME
$37,321
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$20,333
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.7¢ per $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,889
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
495
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
14.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Machias Zip Codes

Machias Area Codes

Machias Summary

History

The town of Machias, Maine is located in Washington County and is the county seat. It is situated on the Machias River, which is a tributary of the larger Narraguagus River. The town was first settled in 1763 by a group of settlers from Massachusetts, led by Captain Benjamin Church. The town was named after the river, which was named after the Native American tribe that lived in the area, the Machias.
The town was an important port during the Revolutionary War, as it was the site of the Battle of Machias, which was the first naval battle of the war. The town was also the site of the first naval victory of the war, when the colonists captured the British schooner Margaretta.
The town was incorporated in 1786 and has since grown to a population of over 2,000 people. The town is home to the University of Maine at Machias, which was founded in 1891.

Geography

Machias is located in the eastern part of Washington County, in the state of Maine. It is situated on the Machias River, which is a tributary of the larger Narraguagus River. The town is bordered by the towns of East Machias, Cutler, and Whiting.
The town has a total area of 24.2 square miles, of which 23.7 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water. The town is located in a rural area, with the majority of the land being used for farming and forestry.

Economy

The economy of Machias is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including potatoes, corn, and hay. The town is also home to several sawmills, which produce lumber for the local market.
The town is also home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The town is also home to the University of Maine at Machias, which provides employment for many of the town's residents.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town of Machias had a population of 2,221 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 16.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Machias?
Total Population of Machias is 1,396.
What is the Total Male Population of Machias?
Total Male Population of Machias is 649.
What is the Total Female Population of Machias?
Total Female Population of Machias is 747.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Machias?
There are 86.88 Males per 100 Females in Machias.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Machias?
There are 115.10 Females per 100 Males in Machias.
What is the Median Population Age in Machias?
Median Population Age in Machias is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Machias
Average Family Size in Machias is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Machias
Average Household Size in Machias is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Machias?
Per Capita income in Machias is $15,723.
What is the Median Family Income in Machias?
Median Family Income in Machias is $37,321.
What is the Median Household income in Machias?
Median Household Income in Machias is $20,333.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Machias?
Income or Wage Gap in Machias is 16.3%.
Women in Machias earn 83.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Machias?
Family Income Deficit in Machias is $9,889.
Families that are below poverty line in Machias earn $9,889 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Machias?
Inequality or Gini Index in Machias is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Machias?
There are 495 People in the Labor Forcein in Machias.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Machias?
40.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Machias.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Machias?
Unemployment Rate in Machias is 14.1%.

Race in Machias

The most populous races in Machias are White / Caucasian (1,283 | 91.9%), Two or more Races (49 | 3.5%), and Asian (26 | 1.9%).
Race in Machias
Race# Population% Population
Asian261.9%
Black / African American171.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino141.0%
Native / Alaskan211.5%
White / Caucasian1,28391.9%
Two or more Races493.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,396100.0%

Ancestry in Machias

The most populous ancestries reported in Machias are English (216 | 15.5%), Irish (157 | 11.3%), French (126 | 9.0%), Scottish (108 | 7.7%), and American (100 | 7.2%), together accounting for 50.6% of all Machias residents.
Ancestry in Machias
Race# Population% Population
American1007.2%
Arab60.4%
British241.7%
Chinese251.8%
Dominican40.3%
Dutch120.9%
English21615.5%
European795.7%
Finnish60.4%
French1269.0%
French Canadian1007.2%
German745.3%
Greek30.2%
Indian (Asian)110.8%
Irish15711.3%
Italian322.3%
Korean60.4%
Lithuanian90.6%
Mexican60.4%
Native Hawaiian50.4%
Northern European40.3%
Norwegian70.5%
Polish191.4%
Portuguese161.1%
Puerto Rican40.3%
Russian271.9%
Scotch-Irish181.3%
Scottish1087.7%
Slavic20.1%
Swedish100.7%
Ukrainian30.2%
Vietnamese40.3%

Sex and Age in Machias

Sex and Age in Machias

The most populous age groups in Machias are 5 to 9 Years (79 | 12.2%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (88 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (3.4%)4 (0.5%)
5 to 9 Years79 (12.2%)16 (2.1%)
10 to 14 Years6 (0.9%)44 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years47 (7.2%)42 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years65 (10.0%)88 (11.8%)
25 to 29 Years25 (3.8%)12 (1.6%)
30 to 34 Years40 (6.2%)47 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Years64 (9.9%)32 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years32 (4.9%)71 (9.5%)
45 to 49 Years28 (4.3%)23 (3.1%)
50 to 54 Years43 (6.6%)40 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years76 (11.7%)60 (8.0%)
60 to 64 Years27 (4.2%)39 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years16 (2.5%)76 (10.2%)
70 to 74 Years32 (4.9%)16 (2.1%)
75 to 79 Years5 (0.8%)54 (7.2%)
80 to 84 Years33 (5.1%)32 (4.3%)
85 Years and over9 (1.4%)51 (6.8%)
Total649 (100.0%)747 (100.0%)

Selected Sex and Age Groups in Machias

Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 14 Years85 (13.1%)60 (8.0%)
15 to 17 Years18 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Under 18 Years125 (19.3%)64 (8.6%)
18 to 24 Years94 (14.5%)130 (17.4%)
15 to 44 Years273 (42.1%)292 (39.1%)
16 Years and over527 (81.2%)683 (91.4%)
18 Years and over524 (80.7%)683 (91.4%)
21 Years and over457 (70.4%)641 (85.8%)
60 Years and over122 (18.8%)268 (35.9%)
62 Years and over95 (14.6%)229 (30.7%)
65 Years and over95 (14.6%)229 (30.7%)
75 Years and over47 (7.2%)137 (18.3%)
Total649 (100.0%)747 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Machias

Median Family Size in Machias

The median family size in Machias is 2.84 persons per family, with single female/mother families (105 | 44.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (13 | 5.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.38 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Machias
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple117 (49.8%)2.71
Single Male/Father13 (5.5%)2.38
Single Female/Mother105 (44.7%)3.05
All Families235 (100.0%)2.84

Median Household Size in Machias

The median household size in Machias is 1.89 persons per household, with single female/mother households (105 | 17.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (351 | 59.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Machias
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple117 (20.0%)2.78
Single Male/Father13 (2.2%)2.38
Single Female/Mother105 (17.9%)3.48
Non-family351 (59.9%)1.10
All Households586 (100.0%)1.89

Household Size by Marriage Status in Machias

Out of a total of 586 households in Machias, 235 (40.1%) are family households, while 351 (59.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 136, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 317.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Machias
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-317 (54.1%)
2-Person Households136 (23.2%)34 (5.8%)
3-Person Households47 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households42 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households6 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total235 (40.1%)351 (59.9%)

Female Fertility in Machias

Fertility by Age in Machias

Female Fertility by Age in Machias
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Machias

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Machias
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Machias

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Machias
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Machias

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Machias
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Machias

Income Overview in Machias

Per Capita Income in Machias is $15,723, while median incomes of families and households are $37,321 and $20,333 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,396$15,723
Median Family Income235$37,321
Mean Family Income235$46,538
Median Household Income586$20,333
Mean Household Income586$33,037
Income Deficit235$9,889
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,39616.32%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,39683.68¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3960.52

Earnings by Sex in Machias

Average Earnings in Machias are $13,462, $14,330 for men and $11,991 for women, a difference of 16.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Machias
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male277 (46.3%)$14,330
Female321 (53.7%)$11,991
Average598 (100.0%)$13,462

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Machias

The most common earnings brackets in Machias are $2,499 or less for men (43 | 15.5%) and $2,499 or less for women (86 | 26.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Machias
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less43 (15.5%)86 (26.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99914 (5.1%)29 (9.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (3.3%)5 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99925 (9.0%)19 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49927 (9.8%)27 (8.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99928 (10.1%)11 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9997 (2.5%)16 (5.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49912 (4.3%)22 (6.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99934 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (1.8%)17 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99929 (10.5%)41 (12.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)19 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9993 (1.1%)6 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99941 (14.8%)6 (1.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)12 (3.7%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)5 (1.6%)
Total277 (100.0%)321 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Machias

Average earnings in Machias are $26,550 for men and $21,477 for women, a difference of 19.1%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $25,761, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $25,761. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $17,679.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Machias
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$25,761$17,679
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$26,550$21,477

Family Income in Machias

Family Income Brackets in Machias

According to the Machias family income data, there are 45 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Machias
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004418.7%
$10,000 to $14,9992410.2%
$15,000 to $24,9994318.3%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994519.1%
$50,000 to $74,999239.8%
$75,000 to $99,999229.4%
$100,000 to $149,9992912.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+52.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Machias

2-person families (152 | 64.7%) account for the highest median family income in Machias with $22,788 per family, while 2-person families (152 | 64.7%) have the highest median income of $11,394 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Machias
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families152 (64.7%)$22,788
3-Person Families53 (22.6%)$0
4-Person Families20 (8.5%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families10 (4.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total235 (100.0%)$37,321

Family Income by Number of Earners in Machias

Family Income by Number of Earners in Machias
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners77 (32.8%)$21,750
1 Earner94 (40.0%)$0
2 Earners57 (24.3%)$91,750
3+ Earners7 (3.0%)$0
Total235 (100.0%)$37,321

Household Income in Machias

Household Income Brackets in Machias

With 139 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Machias, accounting for 23.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Machias
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00013923.7%
$10,000 to $14,99912421.2%
$15,000 to $24,99910317.6%
$25,000 to $34,999244.1%
$35,000 to $49,9995910.1%
$50,000 to $74,999508.5%
$75,000 to $99,999467.8%
$100,000 to $149,999366.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+50.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Machias

The median household income in Machias is $20,333, with the highest median household income of $24,362 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 183 households (31.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 30 households (5.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Machias
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years30 (5.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years188 (32.1%)$13,426
45 to 64 Years183 (31.2%)$24,362
65+ Years185 (31.6%)$17,750
Total586 (100.0%)$20,333

Poverty in Machias

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias

With 37.8% poverty level for males and 38.8% for females among the residents of Machias, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (100.0%) and 4 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 Years22 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)35 (89.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years23 (100.0%)25 (78.1%)
25 to 34 Years4 (9.3%)34 (57.6%)
35 to 44 Years66 (71.7%)29 (29.3%)
45 to 54 Years47 (66.2%)23 (36.5%)
55 to 64 Years13 (13.1%)18 (18.2%)
65 to 74 Years12 (26.7%)42 (56.0%)
75 Years and over6 (30.0%)17 (16.2%)
Total196 (37.8%)231 (38.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias

According to the poverty statistics in Machias, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years57 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years6 (100.0%)4 (10.3%)
15 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)7 (21.9%)
25 to 34 Years39 (90.7%)25 (42.4%)
35 to 44 Years26 (28.3%)70 (70.7%)
45 to 54 Years24 (33.8%)40 (63.5%)
55 to 64 Years86 (86.9%)81 (81.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (73.3%)33 (44.0%)
75 Years and over14 (70.0%)88 (83.8%)
Total322 (62.2%)365 (61.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Machias

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Machias show that 13.7% or 16 of the total 117 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 19.3%, comprising of 16 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 Machias
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children67 (80.7%)16 (19.3%)
1 or 2 Children34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total101 (86.3%)16 (13.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Machias

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Machias
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)44 (55.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)64 (61.0%)

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

The poverty data for Machias shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (13.7%) and 64 of the single-parent households (54.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (19.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Machias
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children16 (19.3%)16 (55.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)44 (55.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total16 (13.7%)64 (54.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Machias

Employment by Class of Employer in Machias

Among the 407 employed individuals in Machias, private company employees (157 | 38.6%), state government employees (85 | 20.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (60 | 14.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Machias
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees15738.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4110.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations6014.7%
Local Government Employees5714.0%
State Government Employees8520.9%
Federal Government Employees71.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total407100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Machias

According to the labor force statistics for Machias, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,210), 40.9% or 495 individuals are in the labor force, with 14.1% or 70 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 73.0% or 27 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 46.4% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Machias
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years43 (58.1%)6 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Years57 (37.3%)23 (40.4%)
25 to 29 Years27 (73.0%)6 (22.2%)
30 to 34 Years56 (64.4%)26 (46.4%)
35 to 44 Years125 (62.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years89 (66.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years85 (62.5%)9 (10.6%)
60 to 64 Years6 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total495 (40.9%)70 (14.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Machias

According to labor force statistics for Machias, 58.9% of individuals (388) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (659) are in the labor force, with 10.6% or 41 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 85.5% or 94 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.2% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Machias
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School5 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma153 (57.3%)26 (9.8%)
College / Associate Degree136 (73.5%)24 (13.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher94 (85.5%)9 (8.5%)
Total388 (58.9%)70 (10.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Machias

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Machias are Community & Social Service (91 | 21.4%), Education Instruction & Library (81 | 19.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (12 | 2.8%), Health Technologists (12 | 2.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (11 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Machias

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Machias, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (75.0%), Education Instruction & Library (38.3%), and Community & Social Service (34.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Business & Financial6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 31 (34.1%)60 (65.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library31 (38.3%)50 (61.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)37 (28.9%)91 (71.1%)
Total (Overall)207 (48.7%)218 (51.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Machias are Cleaning & Maintenance (109 | 25.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (39 | 9.2%), Security & Protection (23 | 5.4%), Personal Care & Service (22 | 5.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (16 | 3.8%).
Services Occupations in Machias

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Machias, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (43.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Security & Protection23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving22 (56.4%)17 (43.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance66 (60.6%)43 (39.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total (Category)111 (56.4%)86 (43.6%)
Total (Overall)207 (48.7%)218 (51.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Machias are Office & Administration (43 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (27 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Machias

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration7 (16.3%)36 (83.7%)
Total (Category)34 (48.6%)36 (51.4%)
Total (Overall)207 (48.7%)218 (51.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Machias are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Machias

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)207 (48.7%)218 (51.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Machias are Material Moving (12 | 2.8%), Transportation (9 | 2.1%), and Production (6 | 1.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Machias

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Machias
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Transportation9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)22 (81.5%)5 (18.5%)
Total (Overall)207 (48.7%)218 (51.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Machias

Employment Industries in Machias

The major employment industries in Machias include Educational Services (130 | 30.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (59 | 13.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (51 | 12.0%), Administrative & Support (46 | 10.8%), and Retail Trade (45 | 10.6%).
Employment Industries in Machias

Employment Industries by Sex in Machias

The Machias industries that see more men than women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Public Administration (79.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Machias
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Retail Trade45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (28.6%)15 (71.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support27 (58.7%)19 (41.3%)
Educational Services63 (48.5%)67 (51.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (5.1%)56 (94.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services29 (56.9%)22 (43.1%)
Public Administration23 (79.3%)6 (20.7%)
Total207 (48.7%)218 (51.3%)

Education in Machias

School Enrollment in Machias

The most common levels of schooling among the 388 students in Machias are college / undergraduate (214 | 55.1%), elementary school (69 | 17.8%), and middle school (42 | 10.8%).
School Enrollment in Machias
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten266.7%
Elementary School6917.8%
Middle School4210.8%
High School266.7%
College / Undergraduate21455.1%
Graduate / Professional112.8%
Total388100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Machias

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Machias
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds43 (60.6%)28 (39.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds78 (94.0%)5 (6.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds46 (90.2%)5 (9.8%)
35 Years and over20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Machias

Social sciences (54 | 25.2%), literature & languages (22 | 10.3%), multidisciplinary studies (21 | 9.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (20 | 9.3%), and engineering (19 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 214 individuals in Machias who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Machias
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural209.3%
Physical & Health Sciences104.7%
Psychology125.6%
Social Sciences5425.2%
Engineering198.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies219.8%
Science & Technology115.1%
Business146.5%
Education73.3%
Literature & Languages2210.3%
Liberal Arts & History104.7%
Visual & Performing Arts146.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total214100.0%

Educational Attainment by Sex by Age in Machias

Education By Age Bracket: 18 to 24 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 18 to 24 years in Machias is high school diploma, with 28 individuals or 29.8% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have some college / no degree, with 63 individuals or 48.5%.
Education By Age Bracket in Machias: 18 to 24 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade27 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade4 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma28 (29.8%)62 (47.7%)
Some College / No Degree25 (26.6%)63 (48.5%)
Associate's Degree5 (5.3%)5 (3.8%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 25 to 34 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 25 to 34 years in Machias is some college / no degree, with 29 individuals or 44.6% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 29 individuals or 49.1%.
Education By Age Bracket in Machias: 25 to 34 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma21 (32.3%)29 (49.1%)
Some College / No Degree29 (44.6%)18 (30.5%)
Associate's Degree7 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)12 (20.3%)
Graduate Degree8 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 35 to 44 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 35 to 44 years in Machias is high school diploma, with 44 individuals or 45.8% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 32 individuals or 31.1%.
Education By Age Bracket in Machias: 35 to 44 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade13 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade4 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma44 (45.8%)32 (31.1%)
Some College / No Degree27 (28.1%)22 (21.4%)
Associate's Degree2 (2.1%)18 (17.5%)
Bachelor's Degree6 (6.2%)5 (4.9%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)26 (25.2%)
Total96 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 45 to 64 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 45 to 64 years in Machias is high school diploma, with 75 individuals or 43.1% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 66 individuals or 40.7%.
Education By Age Bracket in Machias: 45 to 64 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade11 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade34 (19.5%)35 (21.6%)
High School Diploma75 (43.1%)66 (40.7%)
Some College / No Degree11 (6.3%)26 (16.1%)
Associate's Degree17 (9.8%)8 (4.9%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (2.9%)21 (13.0%)
Graduate Degree21 (12.1%)6 (3.7%)
Total174 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 65 Years and over

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 65 years and over in Machias is high school diploma, with 40 individuals or 42.1% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 92 individuals or 40.2%.
Education By Age Bracket in Machias: 65 Years and over
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade6 (6.3%)24 (10.5%)
9th to 12th Grade5 (5.3%)6 (2.6%)
High School Diploma40 (42.1%)92 (40.2%)
Some College / No Degree5 (5.3%)64 (28.0%)
Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)6 (2.6%)
Bachelor's Degree33 (34.7%)15 (6.6%)
Graduate Degree6 (6.3%)22 (9.6%)
Total95 (100.0%)229 (100.0%)

Transportation & Commute in Machias

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Machias

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Machias
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)18 (9.4%)
1 Vehicle74 (43.0%)51 (26.6%)
2 Vehicles59 (34.3%)74 (38.5%)
3 Vehicles21 (12.2%)32 (16.7%)
4 Vehicles18 (10.5%)17 (8.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (100.0%)192 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Machias

Commute Time in Machias
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes13636.9%
5 to 9 Minutes13536.6%
10 to 14 Minutes5113.8%
15 to 19 Minutes51.4%
20 to 24 Minutes164.3%
25 to 29 Minutes71.9%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes195.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Machias

Commute Time by Sex in Machias
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes90 (45.5%)46 (26.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes58 (29.3%)77 (45.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes27 (13.6%)24 (14.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes16 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)19 (11.1%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Machias

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Machias
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM25 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)6 (3.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (2.5%)25 (14.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1 (0.5%)18 (10.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM45 (22.7%)47 (27.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (3.5%)23 (13.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (1.0%)25 (14.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM23 (11.6%)11 (6.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM30 (15.1%)6 (3.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM37 (18.7%)10 (5.9%)
Total198 (100.0%)171 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Machias

Occupancy by Ownership in Machias

Occupancy by Ownership in Machias
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units23740.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units34959.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units586100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Machias

Occupancy by Household Size in Machias
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household31754.1%
2-Person Household17029.0%
3-Person Household478.0%
4+ Person Household528.9%
Total Housing Units586100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Machias

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Machias
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household95 (30.0%)222 (70.0%)
2-Person Household64 (37.7%)106 (62.4%)
3-Person Household26 (55.3%)21 (44.7%)
4+ Person Household52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units237 (40.4%)349 (59.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Machias

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Machias
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1 (1.4%)71 (98.6%)
High School Diploma88 (39.3%)136 (60.7%)
College/Associate Degree77 (44.3%)97 (55.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher71 (61.2%)45 (38.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Machias

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Machias
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9416.0%
35 to 44 Years12421.2%
45 to 54 Years6110.4%
55 to 64 Years12220.8%
65 to 74 Years9516.2%
75 to 84 Years7011.9%
85 Years and Over203.4%
Total586100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Machias

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Machias
Age BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Under 35 Years15 (16.0%)79 (84.0%)
35 to 44 Years36 (29.0%)88 (71.0%)
45 to 54 Years32 (52.5%)29 (47.5%)
55 to 64 Years79 (64.7%)43 (35.2%)
65 to 74 Years38 (40.0%)57 (60.0%)
75 to 84 Years23 (32.9%)47 (67.1%)
85 Years and Over14 (70.0%)6 (30.0%)
Total237 (40.4%)349 (59.6%)

Households by Occupants per Room in Machias

Households by Occupants per Room in Machias
Occupants per RoomOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1.00 or less231 (97.5%)349 (100.0%)
1.01 to 1.506 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
1.51 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Machias

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Machias
Move-In YearOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2017 or later4 (1.7%)51 (14.6%)
2015 to 201671 (30.0%)142 (40.7%)
2010 to 201415 (6.3%)97 (27.8%)
2000 to 200968 (28.7%)59 (16.9%)
1990 to 199925 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
1989 or earlier54 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Housing Finances in Machias

Median Income by Occupancy in Machias

Median Income by Occupancy in Machias
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied237 (40.4%)$49,583
Renter-Occupied349 (59.6%)$12,310
Average586 (100.0%)$20,333

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Machias

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Machias
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (2.5%)69 (19.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9991 (0.4%)63 (18.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (8.4%)104 (29.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99913 (5.5%)15 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99932 (13.5%)43 (12.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (6.8%)8 (2.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99931 (13.1%)28 (8.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99943 (18.1%)7 (2.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (17.3%)5 (1.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99929 (12.2%)7 (2.0%)
$150,000 or more5 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Housing Costs in Machias

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Machias

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Machias

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias
Occupancy TypeMedian IncomeHousing Costs
Owner-Occupied$49,583$825 x 12mo (20.0%)
Renter-Occupied$12,310$386 x 12mo (37.6%)
Average$20,333$660 x 12mo (39.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Machias

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Machias
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (7.2%)100 (28.6%)
$300 to $4998 (3.4%)85 (24.4%)
$500 to $79987 (36.7%)96 (27.5%)
$800 to $99934 (14.3%)14 (4.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49953 (22.4%)27 (7.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99938 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent5 (14.7%)4 (1.9%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)67 (32.7%)
30 percent or more29 (85.3%)134 (65.4%)
Total34 (100.0%)205 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent0 (0.0%)5 (9.8%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)6 (11.8%)
30 percent or more48 (100.0%)40 (78.4%)
Total48 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent11 (35.5%)21 (75.0%)
20 to 29 percent17 (54.8%)7 (25.0%)
30 percent or more3 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent35 (81.4%)7 (100.0%)
20 to 29 percent6 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more2 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent39 (52.0%)12 (100.0%)
20 to 29 percent36 (48.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Machias

Housing Structures in Machias

Housing Structures in Machias
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached25042.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments183.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6911.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments12120.6%
10 or more Apartments10918.6%
Mobile Home / Other193.2%
Total586100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Machias

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Machias
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached211 (84.4%)39 (15.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7 (10.1%)62 (89.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)121 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)109 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (40.4%)349 (59.6%)

Housing Structures by Year Built in Machias

Housing Structures by Year Built in Machias
Year Built# Structures% Structures
2014 or later00.0%
2010 to 201300.0%
2000 to 20096711.4%
1980 to 199910618.1%
1960 to 197910317.6%
1940 to 1959467.9%
1939 or earlier26445.1%
Total586100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Machias

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Machias
Year BuiltOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2014 or later0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2010 to 20130 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2000 to 200912 (5.1%)55 (15.8%)
1980 to 199915 (6.3%)91 (26.1%)
1960 to 197931 (13.1%)72 (20.6%)
1940 to 195920 (8.4%)26 (7.4%)
1939 or earlier159 (67.1%)105 (30.1%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Machias

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Machias
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)29 (8.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (4.6%)128 (36.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms58 (24.5%)141 (40.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms70 (29.5%)34 (9.7%)
8 or more Rooms98 (41.3%)17 (4.9%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Machias

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Machias
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas30 (12.7%)13 (3.7%)
Electricity6 (2.5%)113 (32.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene199 (84.0%)185 (53.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (0.8%)38 (10.9%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Machias

Household Vehicle Usage in Machias
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle37 (15.6%)139 (39.8%)
1 Vehicle106 (44.7%)159 (45.6%)
2 Vehicles50 (21.1%)51 (14.6%)
3 or more Vehicles44 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Machias

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Machias

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units90147
Median Property Value$108,100$100,600
Median Household Income$46,250$5
Monthly Housing Costs$680$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,684$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Machias

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Machias
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (5.6%)24 (16.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99930 (33.3%)49 (33.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99955 (61.1%)74 (50.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total90 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Machias

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Machias
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99912 (13.3%)6 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (13.3%)53 (36.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99924 (26.7%)4 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (25.6%)7 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (5.6%)20 (13.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (14.4%)36 (24.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)16 (10.9%)
Total90 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Housing Costs by Income Bracket by Mortgage Status in Machias

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent5 (62.5%)26 (2.4%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more3 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)1,085 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent0 (0.0%)31 (119.2%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent11 (45.8%)7 (22.6%)
20 to 29 percent13 (54.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)4 (12.9%)
Total24 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent23 (100.0%)20 (666.7%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)12 (400.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)6 (200.0%)
Total23 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)

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

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Machias: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent18 (100.0%)57 (2,850.0%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)21 (1,050.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)36 (1,800.0%)
Total18 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Machias

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Machias
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x40 (44.4%)51,250 (34,863.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x14 (15.6%)48 (32.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x21 (23.3%)58 (39.5%)
4.0x or more15 (16.7%)35 (23.8%)
Total90 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Machias

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Machias
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $2001213.3%
$200 to $39988.9%
$400 to $59955.6%
$600 to $9995965.6%
$1,000 to $1,29966.7%
$1,300 to $1,49900.0%
$1,500 or more00.0%
Total90100.0%

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Machias

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Machias
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $20064.1%
$200 to $39900.0%
$400 to $59900.0%
$600 to $79900.0%
$800 to $9994832.7%
$1,000 to $1,499149.5%
$1,500 to $1,9994732.0%
$2,000 to $2,4993825.9%
$2,500 to $2,99900.0%
$3,000 or more00.0%
Total147100.0%

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Machias

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Machias
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8005 (5.6%)6 (4.1%)
$800 to $1,49927 (30.0%)6 (4.1%)
$800 to $1,49946 (51.1%)89 (60.5%)
Total90 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years152 (96.2%)6 (3.8%)
19 to 25 Years166 (88.3%)22 (11.7%)
26 to 34 Years96 (81.4%)22 (18.6%)
35 to 44 Years155 (81.1%)36 (18.9%)
45 to 54 Years134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years180 (90.9%)18 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,180 (91.9%)104 (8.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Machias
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen152 (96.2%)6 (3.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen166 (88.3%)22 (11.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Machias

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Machias
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000510 (99.2%)4 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999150 (85.2%)26 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999127 (90.7%)13 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999153 (96.8%)5 (3.2%)
$100,000 and over96 (81.4%)22 (18.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Machias
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 630 (57.7%)22 (42.3%)
6 to 18 Years77 (48.7%)107 (67.7%)
19 to 25 Years69 (36.7%)141 (75.0%)
25 to 34 Years70 (59.3%)36 (30.5%)
35 to 44 Years106 (55.5%)53 (27.8%)
45 to 54 Years68 (50.7%)66 (49.2%)
55 to 64 Years118 (59.6%)69 (34.8%)
65 to 74 Years120 (100.0%)26 (21.7%)
75 Years and over125 (100.0%)56 (44.8%)
Total783 (61.0%)576 (44.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Machias

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Machias
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years36 (34.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (15.9%)68 (36.0%)
35 to 64 Years95 (36.3%)88 (33.7%)
65 to 74 Years22 (48.9%)19 (25.3%)
75 Years and over20 (100.0%)69 (65.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Machias

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (5.0%)19 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (11.1%)7 (9.3%)
75 Years and over15 (75.0%)13 (12.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (5.0%)13 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (21.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years36 (34.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (15.9%)47 (24.9%)
35 to 64 Years48 (18.3%)40 (15.3%)
65 to 74 Years6 (13.3%)8 (10.7%)
75 Years and over9 (45.0%)41 (39.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years58 (22.1%)53 (20.3%)
65 to 74 Years13 (28.9%)5 (6.7%)
75 Years and over14 (70.0%)60 (57.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Machias: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (9.2%)31 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.3%)
75 Years and over14 (70.0%)34 (32.4%)

Technology Access in Machias

Computing Device Access in Machias

Computing Device Access in Machias
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop34659.0%
Smartphone35460.4%
Tablet25743.9%
No Computing Device13923.7%
Total586100.0%

Internet Access in Machias

Internet Access in Machias
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet91.5%
Broadband Home27747.3%
Cellular Data Only9115.5%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet20434.8%
Total586100.0%