Madawaska (CDP), Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Madawaska, Maine
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Location of Madawaska, Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Aroostook |
| Town | Madawaska |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.39 sq mi (13.97 km2) |
| • Land | 5.29 sq mi (13.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,797 |
| • Density | 528.63/sq mi (204.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04756
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-42485 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0570640 |
Madawaska is a special kind of community called a census-designated place (CDP). It's the main village within the larger town of Madawaska in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. In 2010, about 2,967 people lived in the CDP, while the whole town had 4,035 residents.
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Exploring Madawaska's Location
Madawaska is found in the very northwestern part of the town of Madawaska. It's located at 47°21′9″N 68°19′51″W / 47.35250°N 68.33083°W.
Rivers and Borders
The Saint John River flows along the northern edge of Madawaska. This river also forms the natural border between the United States and Canada.
Major Roads and Connections
U.S. Route 1 is a main road that goes through the center of Madawaska. This highway connects Madawaska to other towns. For example, it goes about 19 miles (31 km) southwest to Fort Kent. It also goes about 47 miles (76 km) southeast to Caribou.
There's a bridge over the Saint John River that links Madawaska to the city of Edmundston, which is in New Brunswick, Canada. Another river, the Madawaska River from New Brunswick, joins the Saint John River just east of this international bridge.
Land and Water Area
The Madawaska CDP covers a total area of about 5.4 square miles (14.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 5.3 square miles (13.7 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water.
People of Madawaska
Madawaska is home to a unique community. Let's look at some facts about its population.
Population Numbers
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| 2020 | 2,797 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 3,326 people living in Madawaska. There were 1,523 households and 927 families. The population density was about 630 people per square mile (243 people per square kilometer).
Languages Spoken at Home
Many people in Madawaska speak French at home. This shows the strong French heritage in the area, especially because of its closeness to Canada.
| Languages (2000) | Percent |
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| Spoke French at home | 83.54% |
| Spoke English at home | 16.46% |
Community Life
About 23% of households in 2000 had children under 18 living with them. Many households were married couples. About 35% of households were individuals living alone. The average household had about 2.11 people.
Age and Income
In 2000, the median age of people in Madawaska was 46 years old. This means half the population was older than 46 and half was younger. The median income for a household was $30,605. This is the middle income level for all households.
