Mapleton, Maine facts for kids
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Mapleton, Maine
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Location of Mapleton, Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Aroostook |
| Villages | Mapleton State Road |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.34 sq mi (88.94 km2) |
| • Land | 33.97 sq mi (87.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.37 sq mi (0.96 km2) |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,886 |
| • Density | 55/sq mi (21.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04757
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-43255 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582579 |
Mapleton is a town located in Aroostook County, in the state of Maine, United States. In 2020, about 1,886 people lived there. It is known for being a friendly community in northern Maine.
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Where is Mapleton?
Mapleton is located in the northern part of Maine. The town covers a total area of about 34.34 square miles (88.94 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 33.97 square miles (87.98 square kilometers), with a small part, 0.37 square miles (0.96 square kilometers), being water.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Mapleton has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population counts from different censuses:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 444 | — | |
| 1880 | 705 | 58.8% | |
| 1890 | 832 | 18.0% | |
| 1900 | 853 | 2.5% | |
| 1910 | 1,120 | 31.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,128 | 0.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,283 | 13.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,354 | 5.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,367 | 1.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,514 | 10.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,598 | 5.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,895 | 18.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,853 | −2.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,889 | 1.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,948 | 3.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,886 | −3.2% | |
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Mapleton's Population in 2010
According to the 2010 census, there were 1,948 people living in Mapleton. These people lived in 816 households, and 578 of these were families.
Most of the people in Mapleton were White (98.0%). A small number were African American (0.2%), Native American (0.9%), or Asian (0.3%). About 0.6% of the population identified as being of two or more races.
The average age of people in Mapleton was 43.5 years old. About 20.6% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 14.5% of the residents were 65 years or older. The town had a nearly even split between males (50.3%) and females (49.7%).
Who is a Famous Person from Mapleton?
- Alexander Willette is a notable person from Mapleton. He has served as a state legislator and worked for the United States government.
See also
In Spanish: Mapleton (Maine) para niños
