Limestone (CDP), Maine facts for kids
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Limestone, Maine
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Location of Limestone, Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Aroostook |
| Town | Limestone |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.65 sq mi (6.86 km2) |
| • Land | 2.65 sq mi (6.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 874 |
| • Density | 329.94/sq mi (127.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
04750-04751
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-39265 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0569589 |
Limestone is a small community in Aroostook County, Maine, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a special area that the government counts for population, even though it's part of the larger town of Limestone.
In 2010, about 1,075 people lived in this part of Limestone. The entire town had a population of 2,314 people.
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Where is Limestone Located?
Limestone is found in the state of Maine. It's located at coordinates 46.91258 degrees North and -67.826376 degrees West. This spot is a bit east of the very center of the town of Limestone.
Roads and Travel
Important roads run through Limestone. U.S. Route 1A goes north and south right through the middle of the community. This route connects with other state roads like Route 229 and Route 89.
How Big is Limestone?
The area of Limestone is about 6.8 square kilometers (which is about 2.6 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the CDP boundaries.
Who Lives in Limestone?
The number of people living in Limestone changes over time.
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| 2020 | 874 | — | |
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Languages Spoken
Most people in Limestone speak English at home. However, you might also hear French or Spanish spoken by some residents.
| Languages (2000) | Percent |
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| Spoke English at home | 89.07% |
| Spoke French at home | 8.50% |
| Spoke Spanish at home | 2.43% |
Community Makeup
In 2000, there were 1,453 people living in Limestone. Most residents were White. There were also groups of Black, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents identified with two or more races. About 4.75% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many families live in Limestone. About 26.4% of homes had children under 18 living there. Many homes were made up of married couples. Some homes had a female head of household without a husband present. Also, about 11.7% of homes had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
Age Groups
Limestone has a mix of different age groups. About 26.7% of the people were under 18 years old. A large number, 24.4%, were young adults aged 18 to 24. The median age in Limestone was 24 years old, which means half the population was younger than 24 and half was older.
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Location of Limestone, Maine
See also
In Spanish: Limestone (condado de Aroostook) para niños
