Orono (CDP), Maine facts for kids
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Orono, Maine
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 Orono (CDP), Maine
Location in Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Penobscot |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.71 sq mi (19.98 km2) |
| • Land | 7.05 sq mi (18.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.66 sq mi (1.71 km2) |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,185 |
| • Density | 1,444.07/sq mi (557.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
04469, 04473
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-55575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0572773 |
Orono is a special area in the eastern part of the town of Orono. It is located in Penobscot County, Maine, United States. This area is called a census-designated place (CDP) because the government counts its population separately. In 2010, about 9,474 people lived here. By 2020, the population grew to 10,185.
Where is Orono Located?
Orono is found at specific map coordinates: 44.888769 degrees North and 68.671153 degrees West. This special area includes all parts of the town that are east of Interstate 95. This is where most of the people in Orono live.
The total area of Orono is about 20 square kilometers (7.7 square miles). Most of this area is land, covering about 18.3 square kilometers (7.05 square miles). The rest is water, which is about 1.7 square kilometers (0.66 square miles).
Who Lives in Orono?
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| 2020 | 10,185 | — | |
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In the year 2000, about 8,253 people lived in Orono. There were 2,343 households, which are like homes where people live. About 1,047 of these were families.
Most of the people living in Orono were White (about 93.30%). There were also people who identified as Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander. Some people were from other backgrounds or a mix of two or more races. About 1.27% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 2.19 people. The average family had about 2.81 people.
Many young adults lived in Orono. In 2000, about 51.8% of the population was between 18 and 24 years old. This means many college students likely live here. The median age was 22 years old. This shows that Orono has a younger population compared to many other places.
