Shirley, Maine facts for kids
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Shirley, Maine
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Location in Piscataquis County and the state of Maine.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Piscataquis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 54.14 sq mi (140.22 km2) |
| • Land | 53.31 sq mi (138.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.83 sq mi (2.15 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,047 ft (319 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 251 |
| • Density | 5/sq mi (1.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-68140 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582724 |
Shirley is a small town located in Piscataquis County, Maine, in the United States. It was named after a town in Massachusetts called Shirley, Massachusetts. In 2020, about 251 people lived there. Shirley is also known as the birthplace of a famous humorist named Bill Nye.
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About Shirley's Location
Shirley is a town in the state of Maine. It covers a total area of about 54.14 square miles (140.22 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Shirley has changed over many years. Here's a quick look at the population from different times:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 190 | — | |
| 1850 | 250 | 31.6% | |
| 1860 | 282 | 12.8% | |
| 1870 | 206 | −27.0% | |
| 1880 | 253 | 22.8% | |
| 1890 | 291 | 15.0% | |
| 1900 | 248 | −14.8% | |
| 1910 | 334 | 34.7% | |
| 1920 | 273 | −18.3% | |
| 1930 | 197 | −27.8% | |
| 1940 | 236 | 19.8% | |
| 1950 | 212 | −10.2% | |
| 1960 | 214 | 0.9% | |
| 1970 | 174 | −18.7% | |
| 1980 | 242 | 39.1% | |
| 1990 | 271 | 12.0% | |
| 2000 | 183 | −32.5% | |
| 2010 | 233 | 27.3% | |
| 2020 | 251 | 7.7% | |
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Shirley's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census counted 233 people living in Shirley. These people lived in 116 different homes. Most of the people living in Shirley were White.
- About half of the homes were married couples living together.
- Some homes had a single parent.
- Many homes were individuals living alone, especially those 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Shirley in 2010 was about 53.6 years old.
- A small number of residents were under 18.
- Most residents were between 45 and 64 years old.
- There were slightly more males than females.
Famous People from Shirley
Shirley has been home to a few notable individuals:
- Joseph Dankowski: A photographer.
- Edgar Wilson Nye: Also known as Bill Nye, he was a journalist and a very funny writer.
- Frank Nye: A politician and a judge.
See also
In Spanish: Shirley (Maine) para niños
