Dexter town, Maine
Dexter town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Dexter town is a geographic entity located in Penobscot County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,874. The land area covers 35.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,874 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51 yrs | ±6.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,797 | ±191 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,060 | ±202 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,797 | ±191 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 263 | ±133 |
| Median Home Value | $170,600 | ±$51,664 |
| Median Gross Rent | $838 | ±$119 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,845 | ±$17,617 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,453 | ±$10,099 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.1% | ±8.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 870 | ±327 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,759 | ±271 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±6.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 3,849 (2024)
ID: 183925
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK ASST MANAGER
23 MAIN ST, DEXTER ME 04930-1374
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COUNTY OF PENOBSCOT
GUS Population: 156,840 (2024)
ID: 166155
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
97 HAMMOND ST, BANGOR ME 04401-4996
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Dexter | 09-12 | Dexter, ME | |
| Regular School Dexter | PK-08 | Dexter, ME | |
| Career and Technical School Dexter | N | Dexter, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Carmel, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Corinth, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Corinth, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Corinth, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Harmony, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Milo, ME | |
| 7 Nearby | 13-17 | DOVER FOXCROFT, ME |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ABBOTT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 1 CHURCH STREET, DEXTER, ME, 04930 |
(207) 924-7292
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STEWART FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 8 LEVI STEWART DRIVE, CORINNA, ME, 04928 |
(207) 278-2454
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HARVEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 771 STATE HIGHWAY 150, PARKMAN, ME, 04443 |
(207) 876-3730
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GUILFORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 4 LIBRARY STREET, GUILFORD, ME, 04443 |
(207) 876-4547
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THOMPSON FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 186 EAST MAIN STREET, DOVER-FOXCROFT, ME, 04426 |
(207) 564-3350
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THOMPSON FREE LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 186 EAST MAIN STREET, DOVER-FOXCROFT, ME, 04427 |
(207) 564-3350
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STETSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 70 VILLAGE ROAD, STETSON, ME, 04488 |
(207) 296-2020
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HARTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 16 MILL STREET, HARTLAND, ME, 04943 |
(207) 938-4702
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NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 154 MAIN STREET, NEWPORT, ME, 04953 |
(207) 368-5074
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JOHN B. CURTIS FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 435 MAIN RD, BRADFORD, ME, 04410 |
(207) 404-3951
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at E SANGERVILLE, ME US, located 6.7 miles from Dexter town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.6° | 7.2° | 16.9° | 3.06" | — |
| February | 29.4° | 8.8° | 19.1° | 2.58" | — |
| March | 38.9° | 18.4° | 28.7° | 3.06" | — |
| April | 51.1° | 30.1° | 40.6° | 3.61" | — |
| May | 63.8° | 42.5° | 53.2° | 3.76" | — |
| June | 72.7° | 51.4° | 62.1° | 4.43" | — |
| July | 78.6° | 57.0° | 67.8° | 3.45" | — |
| August | 77.8° | 55.7° | 66.8° | 3.56" | — |
| September | 70.3° | 47.8° | 59.1° | 3.54" | — |
| October | 56.9° | 36.6° | 46.8° | 4.81" | — |
| November | 43.6° | 26.3° | 34.9° | 3.61" | — |
| December | 31.6° | 15.4° | 23.5° | 3.40" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexter CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Corinna CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Guilford CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Dover-Foxcroft CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Hartland CDP | CDP | 14.1 mi | — |
| Newport CDP | CDP | 14.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2301917530. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.