Hiram town, Maine
Hiram town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hiram town is a geographic entity located in Oxford County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,712. The land area covers 37.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,712 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±10.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 648 | ±93 | 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 | 856 | ±97 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 648 | ±93 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 208 | ±65 |
| Median Home Value | $256,600 | ±$41,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,070 | ±$161 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,813 | ±$10,081 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,929 | ±$13,788 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 215 | ±120 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 769 | ±191 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±17.9% |
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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TOWN OF HIRAM
GUS Population: 1,703 (2024)
ID: 166260
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
16 NASONS WAY, HIRAM ME 04041-3681
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GUS Population: 60,039 (2024)
ID: 127883
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
26 WESTERN AVE, SOUTH PARIS ME 04281-1431
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Hiram | PK-03 | Hiram, ME | |
| Regular School Hiram | 09-12 | Hiram, ME | |
| Regular School Hiram | 04-08 | Hiram, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Conway, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Standish, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Buxton, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Denmark, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Buxton, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Casco, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Effingham, NH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saint Joseph's College of Maine
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College | 17.4 mi away | 278 Whites Bridge Rd, Standish, ME, 04084-5263 |
2078926766
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SOLDIERS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 85 MAIN STREET, HIRAM, ME, 04041 |
(207) 625-4650
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BONNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 36 MAIN STREET, CORNISH, ME, 04020 |
(207) 625-8083
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KEZAR FALLS CIRCULATING LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 2 WADLEIGH STREET, PARSONSFIELD, ME, 04047 |
(207) 625-2424
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BROWNFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 216 MAIN STREET, BROWNFIELD, ME, 04010 |
(207) 935-3003
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BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY - BALDWIN
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 2 NORTON PLACE, EAST BALDWIN, ME, 04024 |
(207) 787-3155
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DENMARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 121 EAST MAIN STREET, DENMARK, ME, 04022 |
(207) 452-2200
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SPAULDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 282 SEBAGO ROAD, SEBAGO, ME, 04029 |
(207) 787-2321
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STEEP FALLS LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 1128 PEQUAWKET TRAIL, STEEP FALLS, ME, 04085 |
(207) 675-3132
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DAVIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 928 CAPE ROAD, LIMINGTON, ME, 04049 |
(207) 637-2422
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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 EAST HIRAM, ME US, located 4.3 miles from Hiram town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.8° | 6.2° | 17.5° | 3.29" | 19.2" |
| February | 31.9° | 7.3° | 19.6° | 3.29" | 17.4" |
| March | 40.1° | 17.8° | 28.9° | 4.09" | 16.0" |
| April | 53.9° | 29.7° | 41.8° | 4.52" | 4.4" |
| May | 66.2° | 40.9° | 53.6° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| June | 74.2° | 50.5° | 62.4° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.0° | 55.8° | 67.4° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.0° | 53.7° | 65.9° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.0° | 46.2° | 58.1° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.2° | 35.1° | 46.1° | 5.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 45.1° | 25.9° | 35.5° | 4.46" | 3.3" |
| December | 33.8° | 15.3° | 24.6° | 4.43" | 17.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kezar Falls CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Cornish CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Steep Falls CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Lake Arrowhead CDP | CDP | 13.7 mi | — |
| Fryeburg CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Naples CDP | CDP | 14.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2301733315. • 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.