Casco (CDP), Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Casco, Maine
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Casco Village Church
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Location in Cumberland County and the state of Maine.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Cumberland |
| Town | Casco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.54 sq mi (9.17 km2) |
| • Land | 3.28 sq mi (8.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.26 sq mi (0.67 km2) |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 582 |
| • Density | 177.28/sq mi (68.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-11090 |
Casco is a small community in the state of Maine, United States. It is located in Cumberland County. Casco is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area defined by the government for counting people.
In 2010, about 587 people lived in Casco. By 2020, the population was 582. Casco is part of a larger area that includes the cities of Portland, South Portland, and Biddeford.
Where is Casco Located?
Casco is found in the northern part of the larger town of Casco. It is near a beautiful body of water called Pleasant Lake. The community is located at coordinates 44°0′20″N 70°31′20″W / 44.00556°N 70.52222°W.
Land and Water Areas
The total area of Casco is about 3.5 square miles (9.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 3.3 square miles (8.5 square kilometers). The rest is water, which is about 0.26 square miles (0.7 square kilometers). This water makes up about 7% of the total area.
You can find Casco along Maine State Route 121. This road helps connect the community to other places.
How Many People Live in Casco?
The number of people living in Casco has been counted over the years.
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| 2020 | 582 | — | |
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In 2010, there were 587 residents. By the time of the 2020 census, the population was 582 people.
See also
In Spanish: Casco (condado de Cumberland) para niños
