Springvale, Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Springvale, Maine
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View of Springvale in 1911
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 Springvale, Maine
Location in Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | York |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km2) |
| • Land | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 360 ft (110 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,292 |
| • Density | 1,053/sq mi (406.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04083
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-73285 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0576123 |
Springvale is a village located in the city of Sanford, in York County, Maine, United States. In 2010, about 3,292 people lived there.
Springvale is part of a larger area that includes the cities of Portland, South Portland, and Biddeford. It used to be called a "census-designated place," which is a special area defined for counting people. However, this changed when Sanford became a city.
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Exploring Springvale's Location
Springvale is found in the state of Maine. Its exact location is 43°27′51″N 70°47′44″W / 43.46417°N 70.79556°W.
Land and Water Features
The village covers a total area of about 8.4 square kilometers (3.2 square miles). Most of this area, about 8.1 square kilometers (3.1 square miles), is land. The rest, about 0.3 square kilometers (0.1 square miles), is water. The Mousam River flows through Springvale.
Springvale's Climate
Springvale has a humid continental climate. This means it experiences big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are usually warm or hot, and can be humid. Winters are cold, and sometimes very cold.
People of Springvale
In 2010, there were 3,292 people living in Springvale. These people lived in 1,402 households.
Population Details
The population density was about 406 people per square kilometer (1,061 people per square mile). Most of the people living in Springvale were White (94.6%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 1.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Springvale
The people in Springvale are spread across different age groups:
- About 22.5% were under 18 years old.
- About 7.9% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 26.9% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 28.1% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 14.6% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Springvale was about 39.8 years.
Places to Visit in Springvale
Springvale has a few interesting spots:
- Harvey Butler Memorial Rhododendron Sanctuary: This is a special place where you can see many beautiful rhododendron flowers.
- Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery: A cemetery dedicated to military veterans.
Images for kids
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Main Street around 1912
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A shoe factory in 1910
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An Alpaca Mill around 1912
See also
In Spanish: Springvale (Maine) para niños
