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Blaine, Maine
Location of Blaine, Maine
Location of Blaine, Maine
Country United States
State Maine
County Aroostook
Town Blaine
Area
 • Total 2.73 sq mi (7.07 km2)
 • Land 2.73 sq mi (7.07 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
505 ft (154 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 250
 • Density 91.58/sq mi (35.36/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
04734
Area code(s) 207
FIPS code 23-05350
GNIS feature ID 2652330

Blaine is a small community located in Aroostook County, Maine, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a specific area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. This area includes the main village within the larger town of Blaine.

In 2020, about 250 people lived in the Blaine CDP. Back in 2010, there were 301 residents. Before 2010, Blaine was part of a bigger CDP called Mars Hill-Blaine.

Where is Blaine Located?

The Blaine CDP is found along the northern edge of the town of Blaine. It shares a border with the town of Mars Hill to its north.

U.S. Route 1, a major highway, goes right through the middle of Blaine. If you travel north on this road, you'll reach Presque Isle in about 15 miles (24 kilometers). Going south for about 26 miles (42 kilometers) will take you to Houlton.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the total area of the Blaine CDP is about 2.73 square miles (7.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.

Who Lives in Blaine?

The study of who lives in a place, like their age, gender, and how many there are, is called demographics. This section shares information about the population of Blaine.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 250
U.S. Decennial Census

The population of Blaine has changed over the years. In 2020, the census counted 250 people living in the Blaine CDP. This information helps us understand the community better.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Blaine (condado de Aroostook) para niños

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