Steep Falls, ME

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Steep Falls Overview

1,677
TOTAL POPULATION
679
MALE POPULATION
998
FEMALE POPULATION
68.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
146.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,595
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,531
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,876
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.33
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
738
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Steep Falls Zip Codes

Steep Falls Area Codes

Race in Steep Falls

The most populous races in Steep Falls are , and White / Caucasian (1,677 | 100.0%).
Race in Steep Falls
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,677100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,677100.0%

Ancestry in Steep Falls

The most populous ancestries reported in Steep Falls are Irish (795 | 47.4%), French (177 | 10.5%), French Canadian (141 | 8.4%), Swedish (121 | 7.2%), and English (114 | 6.8%), together accounting for 80.4% of all Steep Falls residents.
Race# Population% Population
American1056.3%
English1146.8%
French17710.5%
French Canadian1418.4%
Greek191.1%
Hungarian281.7%
Irish79547.4%
Italian482.9%
Polish191.1%
Scottish1116.6%
Swedish1217.2%
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Sex and Age in Steep Falls

Sex and Age in Steep Falls

The most populous age groups in Steep Falls are 60 to 64 Years (130 | 19.2%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (159 | 15.9%) for women.
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years129 (19.0%)73 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)105 (10.5%)
15 to 19 Years78 (11.5%)69 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Years44 (6.5%)44 (4.4%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)19 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Years40 (5.9%)114 (11.4%)
35 to 39 Years88 (13.0%)49 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)159 (15.9%)
45 to 49 Years2 (0.3%)88 (8.8%)
50 to 54 Years51 (7.5%)62 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years13 (1.9%)115 (11.5%)
60 to 64 Years130 (19.2%)58 (5.8%)
65 to 69 Years96 (14.1%)22 (2.2%)
70 to 74 Years7 (1.0%)7 (0.7%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years1 (0.2%)14 (1.4%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total679 (100.0%)998 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Steep Falls

Median Family Size in Steep Falls

Median Family Size in Steep Falls
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple216 (46.6%)2.77
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother248 (53.4%)3.30
Total Families464 (100.0%)3.06

Median Household Size in Steep Falls

Median Household Size in Steep Falls
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple216 (36.9%)2.85
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother248 (42.4%)3.30
Non-family121 (20.7%)1.95
Total Households585 (100.0%)2.86

Household Size by Marriage Status in Steep Falls

Out of a total of 585 households in Steep Falls, 464 (79.3%) are family households, while 121 (20.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 226, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 2-person households, comprising 85.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Steep Falls
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-36 (6.1%)
2-Person Households116 (19.8%)85 (14.5%)
3-Person Households226 (38.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households109 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total464 (79.3%)121 (20.7%)

Female Fertility in Steep Falls

Fertility by Age in Steep Falls

Female Fertility by Age in Steep Falls
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 Steep Falls

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Steep Falls
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 Steep Falls

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Steep Falls
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 Steep Falls

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Steep Falls
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 Steep Falls

Income Overview in Steep Falls

Per Capita Income in Steep Falls is $24,595, while median incomes of families and households are $68,531 and $68,876 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,677$24,595
Median Family Income464$68,531
Mean Family Income464$66,317
Median Household Income585$68,876
Mean Household Income585$66,452
Income Deficit464$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,67723.21%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,67776.79¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6770.33

Earnings by Sex in Steep Falls

Average Earnings in Steep Falls are $40,586, $48,493 for men and $37,237 for women, a difference of 23.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Steep Falls
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male347 (42.1%)$48,493
Female478 (57.9%)$37,237
Total825 (100.0%)$40,586

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Steep Falls

The most common earnings brackets in Steep Falls are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (88 | 25.4%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (90 | 18.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Steep Falls
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)61 (12.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)25 (5.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)25 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)24 (5.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49964 (18.4%)15 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)44 (9.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99964 (18.4%)28 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99913 (3.7%)40 (8.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (4.9%)32 (6.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99934 (9.8%)19 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99919 (5.5%)90 (18.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99946 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99988 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)75 (15.7%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Steep Falls

Average earnings in Steep Falls are $50,197 for men and $39,881 for women, a difference of 20.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,593, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $62,593. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,181, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $50,181.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Steep Falls
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$62,593$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$50,197$39,881

Family Income in Steep Falls

Family Income Brackets in Steep Falls

According to the Steep Falls family income data, there are 110 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Steep Falls
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9998217.7%
$25,000 to $34,99911023.7%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99911023.7%
$75,000 to $99,9996614.2%
$100,000 to $149,9999620.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Steep Falls

2-person families (116 | 25.0%) account for the highest median family income in Steep Falls with $69,359 per family, while 2-person families (116 | 25.0%) have the highest median income of $34,680 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Steep Falls
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families116 (25.0%)$69,359
3-Person Families226 (48.7%)$0
4-Person Families122 (26.3%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total464 (100.0%)$68,531

Family Income by Number of Earners in Steep Falls

Family Income by Number of Earners in Steep Falls
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners117 (25.2%)$0
1 Earner160 (34.5%)$0
2 Earners153 (33.0%)$95,509
3+ Earners34 (7.3%)$0
Total464 (100.0%)$68,531

Household Income in Steep Falls

Household Income Brackets in Steep Falls

With 145 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Steep Falls, accounting for 24.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Steep Falls
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9998214.0%
$25,000 to $34,99914524.8%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99911920.3%
$75,000 to $99,99913022.2%
$100,000 to $149,99910918.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Steep Falls

The median household income in Steep Falls is $68,876, with the highest median household income of $79,629 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 225 households (38.5%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Steep Falls
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years297 (50.8%)$0
45 to 64 Years225 (38.5%)$79,629
65+ Years63 (10.8%)$26,250
Total585 (100.0%)$68,876

Poverty in Steep Falls

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Steep Falls

With 9.1% poverty level for males and 32.5% for females among the residents of Steep Falls, 16 and 17 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 29 males (100.0%) and 69 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Steep Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)121 (68.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years30 (40.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years1 (2.5%)61 (45.9%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)25 (12.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (3.8%)1 (0.7%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)25 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (75.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (9.1%)324 (32.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Steep Falls

According to the poverty statistics in Steep Falls, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 18 to 24 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 Steep Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years129 (100.0%)57 (32.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years44 (59.5%)44 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years39 (97.5%)72 (54.1%)
35 to 44 Years88 (100.0%)183 (88.0%)
45 to 54 Years51 (96.2%)149 (99.3%)
55 to 64 Years143 (100.0%)148 (85.6%)
65 to 74 Years103 (100.0%)7 (24.1%)
75 Years and over1 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total617 (90.9%)674 (67.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Steep Falls

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Steep Falls
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Steep Falls

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Steep Falls
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)21 (13.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)82 (33.1%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Steep Falls
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)21 (13.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)82 (33.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Steep Falls

Employment by Class of Employer in Steep Falls

Among the 739 employed individuals in Steep Falls, private company employees (500 | 67.7%), local government employees (90 | 12.2%), and state government employees (86 | 11.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Steep Falls
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees50067.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)172.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations466.2%
Local Government Employees9012.2%
State Government Employees8611.6%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total739100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Steep Falls

Employment Status by Age in Steep Falls
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years72 (46.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years161 (54.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years141 (69.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years130 (69.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total738 (57.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Steep Falls

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Steep Falls
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma178 (45.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree357 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher116 (74.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total651 (65.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Steep Falls

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Steep Falls are Management (69 | 9.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (40 | 5.4%), Business & Financial (38 | 5.1%), Health Technologists (19 | 2.6%), and Community & Social Service (15 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Steep Falls

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Steep Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Management49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)49 (30.2%)113 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)347 (47.0%)392 (53.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Steep Falls are Security & Protection (127 | 17.2%), Law Enforcement (127 | 17.2%), Healthcare Support (53 | 7.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36 | 4.9%).
Services Occupations in Steep Falls

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Steep Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
Security & Protection127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)163 (75.5%)53 (24.5%)
Total (Overall)347 (47.0%)392 (53.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Steep Falls are , and Office & Administration (163 | 22.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Steep Falls

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Steep Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration27 (16.6%)136 (83.4%)
Total (Category)27 (16.6%)136 (83.4%)
Total (Overall)347 (47.0%)392 (53.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Steep Falls

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Steep Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)347 (47.0%)392 (53.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Steep Falls are Transportation (108 | 14.6%), and Production (90 | 12.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Steep Falls

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Steep Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
Transportation108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)108 (54.5%)90 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)347 (47.0%)392 (53.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Steep Falls

Employment Industries in Steep Falls

The major employment industries in Steep Falls include Public Administration (127 | 17.2%), Retail Trade (107 | 14.5%), Manufacturing (90 | 12.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (89 | 12.0%), and Finance & Insurance (69 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Steep Falls

Employment Industries by Sex in Steep Falls

The Steep Falls industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Information (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Steep Falls
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Retail Trade83 (77.6%)24 (22.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance17 (24.6%)52 (75.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Educational Services34 (69.4%)15 (30.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (2.2%)87 (97.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Public Administration127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (47.0%)392 (53.0%)

Education in Steep Falls

School Enrollment in Steep Falls

The most common levels of schooling among the 486 students in Steep Falls are elementary school (263 | 54.1%), high school (147 | 30.2%), and middle school (44 | 9.0%).
School Enrollment in Steep Falls
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School26354.1%
Middle School449.0%
High School14730.2%
College / Undergraduate326.6%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total486100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Steep Falls

Out of a total of 486 students who are enrolled in schools in Steep Falls, 13 (2.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 473 (97.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 202 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Steep Falls
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old202 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total473 (97.3%)13 (2.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Steep Falls

Literature & languages (39 | 23.1%), education (36 | 21.3%), social sciences (27 | 16.0%), business (26 | 15.4%), and bio, nature & agricultural (21 | 12.4%) are the most common fields of study among 169 individuals in Steep Falls who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Steep Falls
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2112.4%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences2716.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business2615.4%
Education3621.3%
Literature & Languages3923.1%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities2011.8%
Total169100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Steep Falls

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Steep Falls

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Steep Falls are males with 2 vehicles (215, accounting for 62.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (177, making up 54.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Steep Falls
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle22 (6.4%)168 (42.9%)
2 Vehicles215 (62.3%)177 (45.2%)
3 Vehicles78 (22.6%)32 (8.2%)
4 Vehicles30 (8.7%)15 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)392 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Steep Falls

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Steep Falls are 45 to 59 minutes (197 commuters, 27.4%), 30 to 34 minutes (135 commuters, 18.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (90 commuters, 12.5%).
Commute Time in Steep Falls
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes648.9%
5 to 9 Minutes446.1%
10 to 14 Minutes192.6%
15 to 19 Minutes9012.5%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes324.4%
30 to 34 Minutes13518.8%
35 to 39 Minutes273.8%
40 to 44 Minutes608.3%
45 to 59 Minutes19727.4%
60 to 89 Minutes517.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Steep Falls

The most common commute times in Steep Falls are 45 to 59 minutes (86 commuters, 24.8%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (111 commuters, 29.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Steep Falls
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes64 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)44 (11.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes19 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)90 (24.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes32 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes78 (22.5%)57 (15.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes27 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes41 (11.8%)19 (5.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes86 (24.8%)111 (29.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)51 (13.7%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Steep Falls

The most frequent times of departure to work in Steep Falls are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (164, 47.3%) for males and 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (90, 24.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Steep Falls
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)90 (24.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM20 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM46 (13.3%)57 (15.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM164 (47.3%)58 (15.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM44 (12.7%)32 (8.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM13 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)63 (16.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)25 (6.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM41 (11.8%)47 (12.6%)
Total347 (100.0%)372 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Steep Falls

Occupancy by Ownership in Steep Falls

Of the total 585 dwellings in Steep Falls, owner-occupied units account for 490 (83.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 95 (16.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Steep Falls
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units49083.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9516.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units585100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Steep Falls

Occupancy by Household Size in Steep Falls
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household366.1%
2-Person Household20134.4%
3-Person Household22638.6%
4+ Person Household12220.8%
Total Housing Units585100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Steep Falls

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Steep Falls
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household180 (89.5%)21 (10.4%)
3-Person Household226 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household48 (39.3%)74 (60.7%)
Total Housing Units490 (83.8%)95 (16.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Steep Falls

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Steep Falls
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
High School Diploma223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree184 (71.3%)74 (28.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Steep Falls

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Steep Falls
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11820.2%
35 to 44 Years17930.6%
45 to 54 Years10317.6%
55 to 64 Years12220.8%
65 to 74 Years498.4%
75 to 84 Years142.4%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total585100.0%

Housing Finances in Steep Falls

Median Income by Occupancy in Steep Falls

Median Income by Occupancy in Steep Falls
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied490 (83.8%)$69,601
Renter-Occupied95 (16.2%)$21,947
Average585 (100.0%)$68,876

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Steep Falls

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Steep Falls
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99921 (4.3%)61 (64.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999124 (25.3%)21 (22.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999119 (24.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999130 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99996 (19.6%)13 (13.7%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total490 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Steep Falls

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Steep Falls
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49921 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79955 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999110 (22.5%)21 (22.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499132 (26.9%)61 (64.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999172 (35.1%)13 (13.7%)
$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%)
Total490 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Steep Falls

Housing Structures in Steep Falls

Housing Structures in Steep Falls
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached52890.3%
Single Unit, Attached366.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other213.6%
Total585100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Steep Falls

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Steep Falls
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached454 (86.0%)74 (14.0%)
Single Unit, Attached36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total490 (83.8%)95 (16.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Steep Falls

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Steep Falls
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms20 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms146 (29.8%)21 (22.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms107 (21.8%)13 (13.7%)
8 or more Rooms217 (44.3%)61 (64.2%)
Total490 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Steep Falls

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Steep Falls
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas64 (13.1%)21 (22.1%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene406 (82.9%)74 (77.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels20 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total490 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Steep Falls

Household Vehicle Usage in Steep Falls
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)61 (64.2%)
1 Vehicle111 (22.7%)21 (22.1%)
2 Vehicles338 (69.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles41 (8.4%)13 (13.7%)
Total490 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Steep Falls

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Steep Falls

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units76414
Median Property Value$187,500$200,300
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$671$0
Real Estate Taxes$3,088$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Steep Falls

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Steep Falls
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99955 (72.4%)414 (100.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99921 (27.6%)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%)
Total76 (100.0%)414 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Steep Falls

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Steep Falls
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)110 (26.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)119 (28.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99941 (53.9%)130 (31.4%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)55 (13.3%)
Total76 (100.0%)414 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Steep Falls

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Steep Falls
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x34 (44.7%)69,538 (16,796.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)55 (13.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x7 (9.2%)171 (41.3%)
4.0x or more35 (46.1%)78 (18.8%)
Total76 (100.0%)414 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Steep Falls

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Steep Falls
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49976 (100.0%)22 (5.3%)
Total76 (100.0%)414 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Steep Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Steep Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Steep Falls
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years395 (87.0%)59 (13.0%)
19 to 25 Years88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years247 (83.5%)49 (16.6%)
45 to 54 Years203 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years316 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,569 (93.6%)108 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Steep Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Steep Falls
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen395 (87.0%)59 (13.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Steep Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Steep Falls
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000272 (76.4%)84 (23.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999347 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999226 (90.4%)24 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999357 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over361 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Steep Falls

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Steep Falls
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years292 (64.3%)334 (73.6%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years82 (47.4%)111 (64.2%)
35 to 44 Years110 (37.2%)247 (83.5%)
45 to 54 Years55 (27.1%)161 (79.3%)
55 to 64 Years213 (67.4%)233 (73.7%)
65 to 74 Years132 (100.0%)110 (83.3%)
75 Years and over15 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
Total899 (53.6%)1,299 (77.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Steep Falls

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Steep Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)61 (24.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)61 (34.5%)
35 to 64 Years85 (29.9%)77 (14.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (24.1%)
75 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Steep Falls

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Steep Falls: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)61 (34.5%)
35 to 64 Years68 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (24.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Steep Falls: <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 Years2 (0.7%)24 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Steep Falls: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)61 (24.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)61 (34.5%)
35 to 64 Years19 (6.7%)53 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Steep Falls: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)61 (34.5%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Steep Falls: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)61 (34.5%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Steep Falls

Computing Device Access in Steep Falls

Computing Device Access in Steep Falls
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop56496.4%
Smartphone57197.6%
Tablet39066.7%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total585100.0%

Internet Access in Steep Falls

Internet Access in Steep Falls
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home41170.3%
Cellular Data Only17429.7%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet00.0%
Total585100.0%

Steep Falls Summary

Steep Falls is a small town located in the state of Maine, in the United States. It is situated in the southern part of the state, in the county of Cumberland. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people, and is located about 25 miles northwest of Portland.

History

The area that is now Steep Falls was first settled in the late 1700s by a group of settlers from Massachusetts. The town was originally known as “Falls Village”, and was incorporated in 1820. The name was changed to Steep Falls in 1845, in reference to the steep falls of the Saco River, which runs through the town.
The town was primarily an agricultural community for much of its history, with the main crops being potatoes, corn, and hay. In the late 1800s, the town began to develop a small manufacturing industry, with several small mills being built along the Saco River. These mills produced a variety of products, including lumber, paper, and textiles.

Geography

Steep Falls is located in the southern part of Maine, in the county of Cumberland. The town is situated on the Saco River, and is surrounded by several small lakes and ponds. The town is located about 25 miles northwest of Portland, and is about an hour’s drive from the Atlantic Ocean.
The town has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The town is located in a hilly region, with several steep hills and valleys. The highest point in the town is located at an elevation of 890 feet.

Economy

The economy of Steep Falls is primarily based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including potatoes, corn, and hay. The town also has several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and a few small manufacturing companies.
The town is also a popular tourist destination, with several attractions, including the Saco River, several small lakes and ponds, and several hiking trails. The town also has several small bed and breakfasts, as well as a few small hotels.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Steep Falls was 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.3% from other races. The median household income in the town was $45,000, and the median family income was $50,000.
The town has a relatively low crime rate, with only a few minor incidents reported each year. The town is served by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, and the town has its own volunteer fire department. The town also has its own public school system, with two elementary schools and one high school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Steep Falls?
Total Population of Steep Falls is 1,677.
What is the Total Male Population of Steep Falls?
Total Male Population of Steep Falls is 679.
What is the Total Female Population of Steep Falls?
Total Female Population of Steep Falls is 998.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Steep Falls?
There are 68.04 Males per 100 Females in Steep Falls.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Steep Falls?
There are 146.98 Females per 100 Males in Steep Falls.
What is the Median Population Age in Steep Falls?
Median Population Age in Steep Falls is 36.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Steep Falls
Average Family Size in Steep Falls is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Steep Falls
Average Household Size in Steep Falls is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Steep Falls?
Per Capita income in Steep Falls is $24,595.
What is the Median Family Income in Steep Falls?
Median Family Income in Steep Falls is $68,531.
What is the Median Household income in Steep Falls?
Median Household Income in Steep Falls is $68,876.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Steep Falls?
Income or Wage Gap in Steep Falls is 23.2%.
Women in Steep Falls earn 76.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Steep Falls?
Inequality or Gini Index in Steep Falls is 0.33.
How Large is the Labor Force in Steep Falls?
There are 738 People in the Labor Forcein in Steep Falls.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Steep Falls?
57.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Steep Falls.