Washburn, Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Washburn, Maine
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Welcome to Washburn
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Location of Washburn, Maine
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maine |
| County | Aroostook |
| Villages | Washburn Bugbee Crouseville |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.94 sq mi (90.49 km2) |
| • Land | 34.24 sq mi (88.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.70 sq mi (1.81 km2) |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
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| • Total | 1,527 |
| • Density | 45/sq mi (17.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
04786 (Washburn)
04738 (Crouseville) |
| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-80285 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582791 |
Washburn is a small town located in Aroostook County, Maine, in the United States. It became an official town on February 25, 1861. The town was named after Israel Washburn, who was the governor of Maine at that time. In 2020, about 1,527 people lived in Washburn.
One interesting fact is that the Benjamin C. Wilder House was built in 1852. This means it was standing nine years before Washburn even became a town! You can find this historic house on Main Street.
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Exploring Washburn's Location
Washburn is in the northern part of Maine. It covers an area of about 34.94 square miles (90.49 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part made up of water.
Washburn's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Washburn has changed over many years. Here's a look at the population from the U.S. Census:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 318 | — | |
| 1870 | 449 | 41.2% | |
| 1880 | 809 | 80.2% | |
| 1890 | 1,097 | 35.6% | |
| 1900 | 1,225 | 11.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,582 | 29.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,870 | 18.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,974 | 5.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,805 | −8.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,913 | 6.0% | |
| 1960 | 2,083 | 8.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,914 | −8.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,028 | 6.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,880 | −7.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,627 | −13.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,687 | 3.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,527 | −9.5% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 1,687 people living in Washburn. There were 699 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Most people living in Washburn were White. A small number of people were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds.
The average age of people in Washburn in 2010 was about 44 years old. About 22% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Famous People from Washburn
Even small towns can have famous people! Here are a couple of notable individuals who have connections to Washburn:
- James Chico Hernandez: A well-known wrestler and a member of the Maine Sports Hall of Fame.
- Richard C. Thomas: He served as the Secretary of State of Vermont.
Learning in Washburn: Schools
Education in Washburn is managed by MSAD 45. This district has two public schools:
- David J. Lyon Washburn District Elementary School: This school teaches students from kindergarten through 8th grade. It's named after David J. Lyon, who was a superintendent of schools for a long time.
- Washburn District High School: This school is for older students, from 9th to 12th grade.
Most students who go to these schools live in Washburn. However, some students also come from the nearby towns of Wade and Perham.
