Portage Lake town, Maine
Portage Lake town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Portage Lake town is a geographic entity located in Aroostook County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 359. The land area covers 30.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 359 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 66.2 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 192 | ±39 | 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 | 472 | ±71 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 192 | ±39 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 280 | ±58 |
| Median Home Value | $202,200 | ±$32,857 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,100 | ±$1,016 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,000 | ±$32,750 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,836 | ±$9,245 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 45 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 150 | ±54 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±8.9% |
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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GUS Population: 362 (2024)
ID: 204596
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN MANAGER
PO BOX 255, 20 SCHOOL ST., PORTAGE LAKE ME 04768-0255
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GUS Population: 66,776 (2024)
ID: 105825
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY TREASURER
144 SWEDEN ST, STE 1, CARIBOU ME 04736-2137
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Education
Listing 1 local institution (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Ashland, ME |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Northern Maine Community College
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College | 22.6 mi away | 33 Edgemont Dr, Presque Isle, ME, 04769-2016 |
2077682700
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GLADYS J. CRAIG MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 57 EXCHANGE STREET, ASHLAND, ME, 04732 |
(207) 435-6532
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University of Maine at Presque Isle
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College | 23.9 mi away | 181 Main St, Presque Isle, ME, 04769-2888 |
2077689400
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WASHBURN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 1290 MAIN STREET, WASHBURN, ME, 04786 |
(207) 455-4814
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CARIBOU PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 30 HIGH STREET, CARIBOU, ME, 04736 |
(207) 493-4214
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MARK AND EMILY TURNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 39 SECOND STREET, PRESQUE ISLE, ME, 04769 |
(207) 764-2571
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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 CARIBOU MUNI AP, ME US, located 23.2 miles from Portage Lake town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.8° | 2.6° | 11.7° | 2.95" | 25.0" |
| February | 24.1° | 4.4° | 14.2° | 2.42" | 25.3" |
| March | 34.3° | 15.6° | 25.0° | 2.77" | 21.4" |
| April | 47.7° | 29.4° | 38.5° | 2.99" | 8.3" |
| May | 63.0° | 41.4° | 52.2° | 3.46" | 0.8" |
| June | 72.1° | 50.6° | 61.4° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.1° | 56.3° | 66.7° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.7° | 54.1° | 64.9° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.3° | 45.9° | 56.6° | 3.44" | 0.1" |
| October | 53.2° | 35.9° | 44.5° | 3.99" | 1.7" |
| November | 39.5° | 25.6° | 32.6° | 3.35" | 10.4" |
| December | 27.5° | 12.3° | 19.9° | 3.60" | 25.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Washburn CDP | CDP | 16.7 mi | — |
| Eagle Lake CDP | CDP | 17.7 mi | — |
| Mapleton CDP | CDP | 17.8 mi | — |
| Presque Isle city | City | 24.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2300360300. • 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.