Unity town, Maine
Unity town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Unity town is a geographic entity located in Waldo County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,307. The land area covers 39.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,307 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 27.5 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 574 | ±104 | 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 | 814 | ±125 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 574 | ±104 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 240 | ±93 |
| Median Home Value | $206,900 | ±$27,687 |
| Median Gross Rent | $873 | ±$73 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,857 | ±$6,065 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,004 | ±$2,728 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 223 | ±88 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±3.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 967 | ±201 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±5.3% |
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 UNITY
GUS Population: 2,342 (2024)
ID: 166328
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADM ASSISTANT
PO BOX 416, UNITY ME 04988-0416
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GUS Population: 40,617 (2024)
ID: 166156
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
39B SPRING ST, BELFAST ME 04915-6439
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Unity | 09-12 | Unity, ME | |
| Regular School Unity | PK | Unity, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Waterville, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Albion, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Searsmont, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Benton, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Canaan, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | China, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | China, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Clinton, ME |
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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Kennebec Valley Community College
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College | 12.4 mi away | 92 Western Ave, Fairfield, ME, 04937-1367 |
2074535000
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UNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 38 SCHOOL STREET, UNITY, ME, 04988 |
(207) 948-2665
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Colby College
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College | 14.8 mi away | 4000 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME, 04901-8840 |
2078594000
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ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 18 MAIN STREET, ALBION, ME, 04910 |
(207) 437-2220
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Thomas College
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College | 15.2 mi away | 180 W River Rd, Waterville, ME, 04901-5097 |
2078591111
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BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY - CLINTON
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 53 RAILROAD STREET, CLINTON, ME, 04927 |
(207) 426-8686
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ALBERT CHURCH BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 35 MAIN STREET, CHINA, ME, 04358 |
(207) 968-2926
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 33 LAWRENCE AVENUE, FAIRFIELD, ME, 04937 |
(207) 453-6867
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WINSLOW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 136 HALIFAX STREET, WINSLOW, ME, 04901 |
(207) 872-1978
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IVAN O. DAVIS-LIBERTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 59 MAIN STREET, LIBERTY, ME, 04949 |
(207) 589-3161
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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 WATERVILLE TRTMT PLT, ME US, located 14.7 miles from Unity town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.5° | 8.8° | 18.7° | 3.12" | — |
| February | 31.8° | 9.9° | 20.9° | 2.61" | — |
| March | 40.3° | 20.5° | 30.4° | 3.27" | — |
| April | 53.5° | 32.2° | 42.9° | 3.73" | — |
| May | 65.8° | 43.2° | 54.5° | 3.33" | — |
| June | 74.7° | 53.1° | 63.9° | 4.03" | — |
| July | 80.1° | 59.1° | 69.6° | 3.37" | — |
| August | 79.5° | 57.4° | 68.5° | 3.39" | — |
| September | 71.7° | 49.5° | 60.6° | 3.82" | — |
| October | 58.7° | 38.4° | 48.5° | 4.90" | — |
| November | 46.1° | 28.7° | 37.4° | 3.87" | — |
| December | 34.5° | 17.2° | 25.9° | 3.92" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Clinton CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Fairfield CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
| Winslow CDP | CDP | 12.2 mi | — |
| Pittsfield CDP | CDP | 13.4 mi | — |
| Waterville city | City | 14.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2302778255. • 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.