East Millinocket town, Maine
East Millinocket town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
East Millinocket town is a geographic entity located in Penobscot County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,567. The land area covers 7.10 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,567 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±8.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 663 | ±81 | 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 | 835 | ±75 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 663 | ±81 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 172 | ±47 |
| Median Home Value | $86,200 | ±$6,891 |
| Median Gross Rent | $449 | ±$150 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,011 | ±$7,078 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,511 | ±$6,875 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 324 | ±106 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 502 | ±178 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.9% | ±6.6% |
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: 1,566 (2024)
ID: 166272
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADM ASSISTANT
53 MAIN ST, EAST MILLINOCKET ME 04430-1199
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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 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School East Millinocket | PK-04 | East Millinocket, ME | |
| Regular School East Millinocket | 09-12 | East Millinocket, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Millinocket, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Medway, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Millinocket, ME | |
| 9 Nearby | 2-17 | MILLINOCKET, ME |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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EAST MILLINOCKET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 53 MAIN STREET, EAST MILLINOCKET, ME, 04430 |
(207) 746-3554
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KATAHDIN GEAR LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 215 PENOBSCOT AVENUE, MILLINOCKET, ME, 04448 |
(207) 200-4767
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MILLINOCKET MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 5 MAINE AVENUE, MILLINOCKET, ME, 04462 |
(207) 723-7020
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SHERMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 9 CHURCH STREET, SHERMAN, ME, 04776 |
(207) 365-4882
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LINCOLN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 21 WEST BROADWAY, LINCOLN, ME, 04457 |
(207) 794-2765
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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 MILLINOCKET WASTEWATER, ME US, located 3.8 miles from East Millinocket town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.2° | 3.2° | 13.2° | 3.39" | — |
| February | 26.9° | 2.0° | 14.4° | 2.70" | — |
| March | 36.8° | 13.8° | 25.3° | 3.66" | — |
| April | 49.3° | 27.4° | 38.4° | 3.76" | — |
| May | 63.8° | 38.2° | 51.0° | 3.45" | — |
| June | 72.7° | 49.8° | 61.3° | 4.24" | — |
| July | 78.8° | 55.6° | 67.2° | 3.91" | — |
| August | 77.7° | 52.9° | 65.3° | 3.69" | — |
| September | 69.7° | 45.1° | 57.4° | 3.66" | — |
| October | 54.7° | 34.2° | 44.4° | 4.96" | — |
| November | 41.7° | 24.3° | 33.0° | 4.16" | — |
| December | 29.9° | 12.0° | 20.9° | 4.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Millinocket CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Millinocket CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Mattawamkeag CDP | CDP | 15.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln CDP | CDP | 20.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2301921030. • 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.