Blaine, Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Blaine, Maine
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Location of Blaine, Maine
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maine |
| County | Aroostook |
| Villages | Blaine Robinsons |
| Area | |
| • Total | 18.65 sq mi (48.30 km2) |
| • Land | 18.60 sq mi (48.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2) |
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
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| • Total | 667 |
| • Density | 36/sq mi (13.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04734
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-05385 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582355 |
Blaine is a small town located in Aroostook County, Maine, in the United States. In 2020, about 667 people lived there.
Before it became an official town in 1874, it was called Alva. The town was renamed in honor of James G. Blaine. He was a very important politician, serving as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.
A special pamphlet from Blaine's 1974 Centennial Celebration tells us why the name changed. James G. Blaine donated a schoolhouse bell to the town. This was a thank-you for them choosing to name the town after him. The bell was made in 1875. Today, you can find it in the old Blaine Grange Hall. The Central Aroostook Historical Society takes care of it.
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Exploring Blaine's Geography
Blaine is located in the northeastern part of Maine. It's a landlocked town, meaning it doesn't touch the ocean.
The United States Census Bureau measures the size of towns. Blaine covers a total area of about 18.65 square miles (48.30 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.05 square miles (0.13 square kilometers), is water.
Blaine's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Blaine has changed over many years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk since 1880:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 646 | — | |
| 1890 | 784 | 21.4% | |
| 1900 | 954 | 21.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,013 | 6.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,117 | 10.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,061 | −5.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,049 | −1.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,118 | 6.6% | |
| 1960 | 945 | −15.5% | |
| 1970 | 903 | −4.4% | |
| 1980 | 922 | 2.1% | |
| 1990 | 784 | −15.0% | |
| 2000 | 806 | 2.8% | |
| 2010 | 726 | −9.9% | |
| 2020 | 667 | −8.1% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
The census in 2010 counted 726 people living in Blaine. These people lived in 299 different homes. About 217 of these were families.
Most people in Blaine were White (96.7%). A small number were Native American or Asian. Some people were from two or more racial backgrounds. A very small percentage (0.4%) were Hispanic or Latino.
In 2010, about 27.4% of homes had children under 18. Many homes (60.5%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.43 people. The average family had about 2.88 people.
The average age of people in Blaine was 43.9 years old. About 20.8% of residents were under 18. About 17.4% were 65 years old or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males (50.3%) and females (49.7%).
Famous People from Blaine
- Ben Bubar – He was known for his work as a temperance activist. This means he worked to encourage people to avoid alcohol. He was also a member of the Prohibition Party.
See also
In Spanish: Blaine (Maine) para niños
