Starks, Maine facts for kids
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Starks, Maine
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 Starks, Maine
Location in Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Somerset |
| Area | |
| • Total | 32.13 sq mi (83.22 km2) |
| • Land | 31.59 sq mi (81.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.54 sq mi (1.40 km2) |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 593 |
| • Density | 19/sq mi (7.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04911
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-73845 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582745 |
| Website | www.StarksME.com |
Starks is a small town located in Somerset County, Maine, in the United States. It was named after General John Stark, a brave leader during the Revolutionary War. In 2020, the town had a population of 593 people.
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About Starks, Maine
Starks is a quiet community in the state of Maine. It's known for its natural beauty and peaceful environment. The town is a great example of a small New England community.
Geography and Location
According to the United States Census Bureau, Starks covers a total area of about 32.13 square miles (83.22 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 31.59 square miles (81.82 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.54 square miles (1.40 square kilometers) is water, which includes rivers, streams, or small ponds.
Starks is located in Somerset County, which is in the central part of Maine. Its location offers a mix of forests and open spaces.
Population and People
The population of Starks has changed over the years. Here is a look at how many people have lived in the town during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1800 | 502 | — | |
| 1810 | 828 | 64.9% | |
| 1820 | 1,053 | 27.2% | |
| 1830 | 1,471 | 39.7% | |
| 1840 | 1,559 | 6.0% | |
| 1850 | 1,446 | −7.2% | |
| 1860 | 1,340 | −7.3% | |
| 1870 | 1,083 | −19.2% | |
| 1880 | 929 | −14.2% | |
| 1890 | 766 | −17.5% | |
| 1900 | 636 | −17.0% | |
| 1910 | 549 | −13.7% | |
| 1920 | 528 | −3.8% | |
| 1930 | 474 | −10.2% | |
| 1940 | 426 | −10.1% | |
| 1950 | 421 | −1.2% | |
| 1960 | 306 | −27.3% | |
| 1970 | 323 | 5.6% | |
| 1980 | 440 | 36.2% | |
| 1990 | 508 | 15.5% | |
| 2000 | 578 | 13.8% | |
| 2010 | 640 | 10.7% | |
| 2020 | 593 | −7.3% | |
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Life in Starks: 2010 Census
In 2010, there were 640 people living in Starks. These people lived in 273 different homes. Most of the people living in Starks were White. A small number of residents were Native American or Asian, or identified with two or more races.
About 28% of the homes had children under 18 living there. Many homes were made up of married couples. The average age of people in Starks was about 42 years old. The town had a fairly even mix of males and females.
Famous People from Starks
- Edwin F. Ladd: He was an important person who became a U.S. senator for the state of North Dakota. A U.S. senator is a representative who helps make laws for the entire country.
See also
In Spanish: Starks (Maine) para niños
