Greenwood, Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greenwood, Maine
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 Greenwood, Maine
Location in Maine
Greenwood, Maine
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Oxford |
| Area | |
| • Total | 43.08 sq mi (111.58 km2) |
| • Land | 41.67 sq mi (107.92 km2) |
| • Water | 1.41 sq mi (3.65 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,273 ft (388 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 774 |
| • Density | 19/sq mi (7.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
04255 (Greenwood)
04217 (Bethel) |
| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-29710 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582503 |
Greenwood is a small town located in Oxford County, Maine, United States. In 2020, about 774 people lived there. The town got its name from a surveyor named Alexander Greenwood.
The main part of Greenwood is a village called Locke Mills. You can find Locke Mills along State Route 26. It's the biggest and most active area in the town.
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Exploring Greenwood's Landscape
Greenwood covers an area of about 43 square miles (111 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Noyes Mountain and Harvard Quarry
One interesting place in Greenwood is Noyes Mountain. It has a short but steep path to the top. From the summit, you can see amazing views all around. At the very top of the mountain, there's a place called the Harvard Quarry. This quarry is a popular spot for people who like to collect cool rocks and minerals.
Mount Abram Ski Resort
Greenwood is also home to Mount Abram Ski Resort. This is a great place for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. It attracts visitors who love to hit the slopes.
Who Lives in Greenwood?
This section tells us about the people who live in Greenwood.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Greenwood has changed a lot over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 509 | — | |
| 1830 | 695 | 36.5% | |
| 1840 | 836 | 20.3% | |
| 1850 | 1,118 | 33.7% | |
| 1860 | 878 | −21.5% | |
| 1870 | 845 | −3.8% | |
| 1880 | 838 | −0.8% | |
| 1890 | 727 | −13.2% | |
| 1900 | 741 | 1.9% | |
| 1910 | 664 | −10.4% | |
| 1920 | 605 | −8.9% | |
| 1930 | 548 | −9.4% | |
| 1940 | 564 | 2.9% | |
| 1950 | 604 | 7.1% | |
| 1960 | 601 | −0.5% | |
| 1970 | 610 | 1.5% | |
| 1980 | 653 | 7.0% | |
| 1990 | 689 | 5.5% | |
| 2000 | 802 | 16.4% | |
| 2010 | 830 | 3.5% | |
| 2020 | 774 | −6.7% | |
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As you can see, the population was highest in 1850. It has gone up and down since then. In 2020, there were 774 people living in Greenwood.
Greenwood's Community in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 830 people living in Greenwood. These people lived in 362 different homes. Most of the people living in Greenwood were White.
About 25% of the homes had kids under 18 living there. Many homes (about 51%) were married couples living together. The average home had about 2.29 people. The average family had about 2.79 people.
The average age of people in Greenwood was about 46.3 years old. About 19.9% of the people were under 18. About 15.7% were 65 years old or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Famous People from Greenwood
Greenwood has been home to several notable individuals:
- Leon Leonwood Bean – He was the person who started the famous outdoor clothing and equipment company, L.L.Bean.
- Nellie Verrill Mighels Davis – She was a journalist.
- Theodora Robinson Jenness (1847–1935) – She was an author, editor, and missionary.
- Les Otten – He founded the American Skiing Company. He also ran for governor of Maine in 2010.
- Lisa Piccirillo – A mathematician known for her work on the Conway knot.
- Addison Emery Verrill – He was a professor of zoology at Yale University. He was born in Greenwood in 1839.
- Anna Willard – An Olympic athlete and a U.S. national champion in middle-distance running.
See also
In Spanish: Greenwood (Maine) para niños
