Limestone, ME

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Limestone Overview

1,165
TOTAL POPULATION
577
MALE POPULATION
588
FEMALE POPULATION
98.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.91
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,497
PER CAPITA INCOME
$37,708
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$36,023
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
90.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$3,935
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
412
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Limestone Zip Codes

Limestone Area Codes

Race in Limestone

The most populous races in Limestone are White / Caucasian (1,077 | 92.4%), Native / Alaskan (58 | 5.0%), and Asian (12 | 1.0%).
Race in Limestone
Race# Population% Population
Asian121.0%
Black / African American90.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino10.1%
Native / Alaskan585.0%
White / Caucasian1,07792.4%
Two or more Races90.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,165100.0%

Ancestry in Limestone

The most populous ancestries reported in Limestone are French (241 | 20.7%), German (236 | 20.3%), English (198 | 17.0%), Irish (192 | 16.5%), and French Canadian (102 | 8.8%), together accounting for 83.2% of all Limestone residents.
Ancestry in Limestone
Ancestry# Population% Population
American726.2%
Arab10.1%
British110.9%
Burmese60.5%
Cambodian20.2%
Canadian312.7%
Cherokee413.5%
Czechoslovakian10.1%
Danish373.2%
Dutch70.6%
English19817.0%
Estonian20.2%
European171.5%
Finnish30.3%
French24120.7%
French Canadian1028.8%
German23620.3%
Indian (Asian)50.4%
Irish19216.5%
Israeli10.1%
Italian564.8%
Lithuanian30.3%
Northern European10.1%
Polish191.6%
Puerto Rican10.1%
Russian20.2%
Scandinavian10.1%
Scotch-Irish60.5%
Scottish615.2%
Slovak50.4%
Subsaharan African10.1%
Sudanese10.1%
Swedish393.4%
Thai10.1%
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Immigrants in Limestone

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Limestone came from Canada (54 | 4.6%), Asia (10 | 0.9%), Eastern Asia (10 | 0.9%), Europe (6 | 0.5%), and Germany (6 | 0.5%), together accounting for 7.4% of all Limestone residents.
Immigrants in Limestone
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia100.9%
Canada544.6%
China40.3%
Eastern Asia100.9%
Europe60.5%
Germany60.5%
Korea60.5%
Taiwan20.2%
Western Europe60.5%
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Sex and Age in Limestone

Sex and Age in Limestone

The most populous age groups in Limestone are 60 to 64 Years (63 | 10.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (110 | 18.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Limestone
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (5.6%)37 (6.3%)
5 to 9 Years11 (1.9%)50 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Years45 (7.8%)18 (3.1%)
15 to 19 Years59 (10.2%)60 (10.2%)
20 to 24 Years39 (6.8%)3 (0.5%)
25 to 29 Years44 (7.6%)21 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Years6 (1.0%)64 (10.9%)
35 to 39 Years37 (6.4%)10 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Years48 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years34 (5.9%)21 (3.6%)
50 to 54 Years11 (1.9%)54 (9.2%)
55 to 59 Years44 (7.6%)41 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years63 (10.9%)110 (18.7%)
65 to 69 Years34 (5.9%)15 (2.5%)
70 to 74 Years38 (6.6%)56 (9.5%)
75 to 79 Years3 (0.5%)13 (2.2%)
80 to 84 Years5 (0.9%)11 (1.9%)
85 Years and over24 (4.2%)4 (0.7%)
Total577 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Limestone

Median Family Size in Limestone

The median family size in Limestone is 2.53 persons per family, with single male/father families (33 | 10.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (51 | 16.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.73 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Limestone
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple221 (72.5%)2.61
Single Male/Father33 (10.8%)3.24
Single Female/Mother51 (16.7%)1.73
Total Families305 (100.0%)2.53

Median Household Size in Limestone

The median household size in Limestone is 2.05 persons per household, with single male/father households (33 | 7.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.24 persons per household. non-family households (168 | 35.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Limestone
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple221 (46.7%)2.63
Single Male/Father33 (7.0%)3.24
Single Female/Mother51 (10.8%)2.02
Non-family168 (35.5%)1.07
Total Households473 (100.0%)2.05

Household Size by Marriage Status in Limestone

Out of a total of 473 households in Limestone, 305 (64.5%) are family households, while 168 (35.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 213, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 157.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Limestone
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-157 (33.2%)
2-Person Households213 (45.0%)11 (2.3%)
3-Person Households20 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households66 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total305 (64.5%)168 (35.5%)

Female Fertility in Limestone

Fertility by Age in Limestone

Average fertility rate in Limestone is 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 81.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 66.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Limestone
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years3 (33.3%)34.0
35 to 50 years6 (66.7%)81.0
Total9 (100.0%)41.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Limestone

33.3% of women with births (9) in Limestone are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Limestone
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)

Fertility by Education in Limestone

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Limestone
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma6 (66.7%)167.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (33.3%)27.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)41.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Limestone

66.7% of women with births in Limestone are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Limestone
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)

Income in Limestone

Income Overview in Limestone

Per Capita Income in Limestone is $20,497, while median incomes of families and households are $37,708 and $36,023 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,165$20,497
Median Family Income305$37,708
Mean Family Income305$58,393
Median Household Income473$36,023
Mean Household Income473$49,081
Income Deficit305$3,935
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,16510.05%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,16589.95¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1650.42

Earnings by Sex in Limestone

Average Earnings in Limestone are $29,402, $27,361 for men and $30,417 for women, a difference of 10.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Limestone
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male234 (49.9%)$27,361
Female235 (50.1%)$30,417
Total469 (100.0%)$29,402

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Limestone

The most common earnings brackets in Limestone are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (46 | 19.7%) and $2,499 or less for women (42 | 17.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Limestone
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less42 (17.9%)42 (17.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99920 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4991 (0.4%)10 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)10 (4.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (3.4%)5 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)6 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99924 (10.3%)6 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99923 (9.8%)38 (16.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99914 (6.0%)29 (12.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99912 (5.1%)15 (6.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9998 (3.4%)23 (9.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99913 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99946 (19.7%)32 (13.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)13 (5.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (7.7%)6 (2.5%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total234 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Limestone

Average earnings in Limestone are $35,972 for men and $34,087 for women, a difference of 5.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $90,179, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $34,018. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,477, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,236.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Limestone
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$56,389$29,236
Bachelor's Degree$34,018$63,477
Graduate Degree$90,179$0
Total$35,972$34,087

Family Income in Limestone

Family Income Brackets in Limestone

According to the Limestone family income data, there are 101 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Limestone
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00062.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993812.5%
$25,000 to $34,99910133.1%
$35,000 to $49,9994113.4%
$50,000 to $74,9995417.7%
$75,000 to $99,999134.3%
$100,000 to $149,999258.2%
$150,000 to $199,999278.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Limestone

2-person families (228 | 74.8%) account for the highest median family income in Limestone with $32,500 per family, while 2-person families (228 | 74.8%) have the highest median income of $16,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Limestone
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families228 (74.8%)$32,500
3-Person Families10 (3.3%)$0
4-Person Families61 (20.0%)$0
5-Person Families3 (1.0%)$0
6-Person Families3 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total305 (100.0%)$37,708

Family Income by Number of Earners in Limestone

Family Income by Number of Earners in Limestone
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners117 (38.4%)$30,799
1 Earner100 (32.8%)$34,327
2 Earners58 (19.0%)$72,083
3+ Earners30 (9.8%)$0
Total305 (100.0%)$37,708

Household Income in Limestone

Household Income Brackets in Limestone

With 98 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Limestone, accounting for 20.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Limestone
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000153.2%
$10,000 to $14,9996714.2%
$15,000 to $24,9996413.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998618.2%
$35,000 to $49,9997215.2%
$50,000 to $74,9999820.7%
$75,000 to $99,999194.0%
$100,000 to $149,999255.3%
$150,000 to $199,999275.7%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Limestone

The median household income in Limestone is $36,023, with the highest median household income of $48,194 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 227 households (48.0%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Limestone
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years99 (20.9%)$34,760
45 to 64 Years227 (48.0%)$48,194
65+ Years147 (31.1%)$30,868
Total473 (100.0%)$36,023

Poverty in Limestone

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Limestone

With 18.1% poverty level for males and 18.9% for females among the residents of Limestone, 25 to 34 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 30 males (62.5%) and 66 females (43.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Limestone
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years3 (15.0%)4 (25.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years30 (62.5%)3 (3.5%)
35 to 44 Years14 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)11 (14.7%)
55 to 64 Years11 (10.3%)66 (43.7%)
65 to 74 Years23 (31.9%)14 (19.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total88 (18.1%)98 (18.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Limestone

According to the poverty statistics in Limestone, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Limestone
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (78.1%)32 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (85.0%)12 (75.0%)
12 to 14 Years13 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years15 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years18 (37.5%)82 (96.5%)
35 to 44 Years71 (83.5%)10 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years45 (100.0%)64 (85.3%)
55 to 64 Years96 (89.7%)85 (56.3%)
65 to 74 Years49 (68.1%)57 (80.3%)
75 Years and over25 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total398 (81.9%)422 (81.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Limestone

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Limestone show that 11.8% or 26 of the total 221 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 50.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Limestone
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children135 (85.4%)23 (14.6%)
1 or 2 Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (88.2%)26 (11.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Limestone

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Limestone
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Limestone

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Limestone
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children23 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Limestone

Employment by Class of Employer in Limestone

Among the 397 employed individuals in Limestone, private company employees (130 | 32.8%), not-for-profit organizations (123 | 31.0%), and federal government employees (52 | 13.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Limestone
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13032.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)174.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)71.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations12331.0%
Local Government Employees4110.3%
State Government Employees276.8%
Federal Government Employees5213.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total397100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Limestone

According to the labor force statistics for Limestone, out of the total population over 16 years of age (970), 42.5% or 412 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 10 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 95.7% or 67 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.9% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Limestone
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years16 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years27 (64.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years46 (70.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years67 (95.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years56 (58.9%)10 (17.9%)
45 to 54 Years84 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years59 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years44 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total412 (42.5%)10 (2.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Limestone

According to labor force statistics for Limestone, 58.6% of individuals (356) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (608) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 10 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.0% or 96 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Limestone
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma68 (42.5%)24 (14.7%)
College / Associate Degree189 (61.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher96 (85.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total356 (58.6%)17 (2.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Limestone

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Limestone are Community & Social Service (72 | 17.9%), Education Instruction & Library (39 | 9.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (38 | 9.5%), Education, Arts & Media (33 | 8.2%), and Health Technologists (32 | 8.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Limestone

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Limestone, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Limestone
OccupationMaleFemale
Management14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science14 (70.0%)6 (30.0%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 18 (25.0%)54 (75.0%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (15.1%)28 (84.9%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library13 (33.3%)26 (66.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Total (Category)46 (30.7%)104 (69.3%)
Total (Overall)191 (47.5%)211 (52.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Limestone are Healthcare Support (46 | 11.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (31 | 7.7%), Personal Care & Service (30 | 7.5%), Security & Protection (27 | 6.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (27 | 6.7%).
Services Occupations in Limestone

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Limestone, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (51.6%), and Healthcare Support (47.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Limestone
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support24 (52.2%)22 (47.8%)
Security & Protection27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving15 (48.4%)16 (51.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)82 (54.7%)68 (45.3%)
Total (Overall)191 (47.5%)211 (52.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Limestone are Office & Administration (32 | 8.0%), and Sales & Related (23 | 5.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Limestone

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Limestone
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (30.4%)16 (69.6%)
Office & Administration12 (37.5%)20 (62.5%)
Total (Category)19 (34.5%)36 (65.4%)
Total (Overall)191 (47.5%)211 (52.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Limestone are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (14 | 3.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 2.7%), and Construction & Extraction (4 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Limestone

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Limestone
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Construction & Extraction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)26 (89.7%)3 (10.3%)
Total (Overall)191 (47.5%)211 (52.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Limestone are , and Transportation (18 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Limestone

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Limestone
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)191 (47.5%)211 (52.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Limestone

Employment Industries in Limestone

The major employment industries in Limestone include Health Care & Social Assistance (147 | 36.6%), Public Administration (77 | 19.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (60 | 14.9%), Educational Services (48 | 11.9%), and Construction (18 | 4.5%).
Employment Industries in Limestone

Employment Industries by Sex in Limestone

The Limestone industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (78.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (72.8%), Professional & Scientific (62.5%), and Educational Services (54.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Limestone
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade7 (70.0%)3 (30.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services22 (45.8%)26 (54.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance40 (27.2%)107 (72.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services31 (51.7%)29 (48.3%)
Public Administration50 (64.9%)27 (35.1%)
Total191 (47.5%)211 (52.5%)

Education in Limestone

School Enrollment in Limestone

The most common levels of schooling among the 364 students in Limestone are college / undergraduate (216 | 59.3%), kindergarten (50 | 13.7%), and middle school (40 | 11.0%).
School Enrollment in Limestone
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten5013.7%
Elementary School287.7%
Middle School4011.0%
High School308.2%
College / Undergraduate21659.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total364100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Limestone

Out of a total of 364 students who are enrolled in schools in Limestone, 85 (23.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 279 (76.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 44 (59.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 61 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Limestone
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds43 (68.2%)20 (31.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds82 (90.1%)9 (9.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds18 (64.3%)10 (35.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds40 (95.2%)2 (4.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over30 (40.5%)44 (59.5%)
Total279 (76.6%)85 (23.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Limestone

Science & technology (43 | 28.3%), education (35 | 23.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (17 | 11.2%), business (15 | 9.9%), and social sciences (10 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 152 individuals in Limestone who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Limestone
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1711.2%
Physical & Health Sciences42.6%
Psychology64.0%
Social Sciences106.6%
Engineering74.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies64.0%
Science & Technology4328.3%
Business159.9%
Education3523.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts32.0%
Communications64.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total152100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Limestone

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Limestone

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Limestone are males with 2 vehicles (83, accounting for 48.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (87, making up 43.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Limestone
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle33 (19.1%)62 (32.6%)
2 Vehicles83 (48.0%)87 (45.8%)
3 Vehicles57 (33.0%)41 (21.6%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total173 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Limestone

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Limestone are 10 to 14 minutes (88 commuters, 23.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (88 commuters, 23.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (67 commuters, 17.9%).
Commute Time in Limestone
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes369.6%
5 to 9 Minutes379.9%
10 to 14 Minutes8823.5%
15 to 19 Minutes225.9%
20 to 24 Minutes6717.9%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes8823.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes30.8%
60 to 89 Minutes338.8%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Limestone

The most common commute times in Limestone are 10 to 14 minutes (57 commuters, 31.8%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (43 commuters, 22.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Limestone
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)36 (18.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes30 (16.8%)7 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes57 (31.8%)31 (15.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes9 (5.0%)13 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes24 (13.4%)43 (22.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes56 (31.3%)32 (16.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes3 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)33 (16.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Limestone

The most frequent times of departure to work in Limestone are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (55, 30.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (113, 58.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Limestone
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (3.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM55 (30.7%)21 (10.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM6 (3.4%)15 (7.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM45 (25.1%)113 (58.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21 (11.7%)13 (6.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16 (8.9%)12 (6.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3 (1.7%)12 (6.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM17 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (3.9%)3 (1.5%)
Total179 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Limestone

Occupancy by Ownership in Limestone

Of the total 473 dwellings in Limestone, owner-occupied units account for 291 (61.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 182 (38.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Limestone
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units29161.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18238.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units473100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Limestone

Occupancy by Household Size in Limestone
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15733.2%
2-Person Household22447.4%
3-Person Household204.2%
4+ Person Household7215.2%
Total Housing Units473100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Limestone

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Limestone
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household59 (37.6%)98 (62.4%)
2-Person Household164 (73.2%)60 (26.8%)
3-Person Household5 (25.0%)15 (75.0%)
4+ Person Household63 (87.5%)9 (12.5%)
Total Housing Units291 (61.5%)182 (38.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Limestone

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Limestone
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (59.1%)9 (40.9%)
High School Diploma114 (85.1%)20 (14.9%)
College/Associate Degree125 (51.2%)119 (48.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher39 (53.4%)34 (46.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Limestone

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Limestone
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5611.8%
35 to 44 Years439.1%
45 to 54 Years6213.1%
55 to 64 Years16534.9%
65 to 74 Years10422.0%
75 to 84 Years265.5%
85 Years and Over173.6%
Total473100.0%

Housing Finances in Limestone

Median Income by Occupancy in Limestone

Median Income by Occupancy in Limestone
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied291 (61.5%)$44,464
Renter-Occupied182 (38.5%)$27,500
Average473 (100.0%)$36,023

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Limestone

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Limestone
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)15 (8.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (1.7%)62 (34.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99934 (11.7%)4 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99926 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (15.8%)40 (22.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99959 (20.3%)13 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99957 (19.6%)41 (22.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (4.1%)7 (3.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more27 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total291 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Limestone

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Limestone
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30011 (3.8%)45 (24.7%)
$300 to $499103 (35.4%)16 (8.8%)
$500 to $79961 (21.0%)33 (18.1%)
$800 to $99956 (19.2%)41 (22.5%)
$1,000 to $1,49925 (8.6%)23 (12.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99935 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total291 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Limestone

Housing Structures in Limestone

Housing Structures in Limestone
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached32368.3%
Single Unit, Attached265.5%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments357.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments91.9%
10 or more Apartments5511.6%
Mobile Home / Other255.3%
Total473100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Limestone

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Limestone
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached266 (82.4%)57 (17.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total291 (61.5%)182 (38.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Limestone

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Limestone
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)11 (6.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)59 (32.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms125 (43.0%)69 (37.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms108 (37.1%)36 (19.8%)
8 or more Rooms58 (19.9%)7 (3.8%)
Total291 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Limestone

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Limestone
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (1.0%)4 (2.2%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)80 (44.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene235 (80.8%)91 (50.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels53 (18.2%)7 (3.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total291 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Limestone

Household Vehicle Usage in Limestone
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (2.1%)66 (36.3%)
1 Vehicle74 (25.4%)82 (45.1%)
2 Vehicles174 (59.8%)28 (15.4%)
3 or more Vehicles37 (12.7%)6 (3.3%)
Total291 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Limestone

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Limestone

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units163128
Median Property Value$73,900$93,600
Median Household Income$31,994$27
Monthly Housing Costs$465$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,204$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Limestone

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Limestone
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00039 (23.9%)16 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $99,99977 (47.2%)55 (43.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99947 (28.8%)57 (44.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total163 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Limestone

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Limestone
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)15 (11.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99944 (27.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (28.2%)21 (16.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (25.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99921 (12.9%)18 (14.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (1.8%)36 (28.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (4.9%)9 (7.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (13.3%)
Total163 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Limestone

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Limestone
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x75 (46.0%)69,375 (54,199.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x32 (19.6%)110 (85.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (12.3%)7 (5.5%)
4.0x or more36 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total163 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Limestone

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Limestone
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80036 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49985 (52.1%)30 (23.4%)
$800 to $1,49937 (22.7%)36 (28.1%)
Total163 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Limestone

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Limestone

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Limestone
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years53 (80.3%)13 (19.7%)
26 to 34 Years121 (96.0%)5 (4.0%)
35 to 44 Years80 (84.2%)15 (15.8%)
45 to 54 Years120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years242 (93.8%)16 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,077 (95.7%)49 (4.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Limestone

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Limestone
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen53 (80.3%)13 (19.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Limestone

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Limestone
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000198 (97.5%)5 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999329 (98.5%)5 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999199 (90.9%)20 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over169 (96.6%)6 (3.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Limestone

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Limestone
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 631 (27.2%)83 (72.8%)
6 to 18 Years81 (53.6%)98 (64.9%)
19 to 25 Years9 (13.6%)46 (69.7%)
25 to 34 Years62 (49.2%)83 (65.9%)
35 to 44 Years66 (69.5%)14 (14.7%)
45 to 54 Years17 (14.2%)103 (85.8%)
55 to 64 Years152 (58.9%)146 (56.6%)
65 to 74 Years127 (88.8%)90 (62.9%)
75 Years and over53 (100.0%)45 (84.9%)
Total598 (53.1%)708 (62.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Limestone

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Limestone
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (9.4%)5 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years29 (31.9%)13 (11.4%)
35 to 64 Years68 (28.7%)116 (49.1%)
65 to 74 Years33 (45.8%)4 (5.6%)
75 Years and over12 (48.0%)9 (32.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Limestone

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Limestone: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (6.3%)6 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years21 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (32.0%)4 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Limestone: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (4.6%)6 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Limestone: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (9.4%)5 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years29 (31.9%)13 (11.4%)
35 to 64 Years21 (8.9%)38 (16.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Limestone: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (11.0%)98 (41.5%)
65 to 74 Years12 (16.7%)4 (5.6%)
75 Years and over5 (20.0%)9 (32.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Limestone: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)46 (19.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Limestone

Computing Device Access in Limestone

Computing Device Access in Limestone
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop36376.7%
Smartphone33370.4%
Tablet24852.4%
No Computing Device4910.4%
Total473100.0%

Internet Access in Limestone

Internet Access in Limestone
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet61.3%
Broadband Home31767.0%
Cellular Data Only40.9%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet14330.2%
Total473100.0%

Limestone Summary

Limestone, Maine is a small town located in Aroostook County, in the northernmost part of the state. It is situated on the Canadian border, and is the northernmost town in the United States. The town was incorporated in 1869, and has a population of 1,741 as of the 2010 census.

Geography

Limestone is located at 46°59'N 67°59'W, and is situated on the Canadian border. It is bordered by the towns of Caswell to the north, Caribou to the east, and Stockholm to the south. The town is located in the St. John Valley, and is part of the Aroostook Valley region. The town is situated on the Aroostook River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located in a rural area, and is home to many farms and small businesses.

History

The area that is now Limestone was first settled in the early 1800s by French-Canadian immigrants. The town was originally known as “St. John’s”, and was part of the larger township of Caribou. In 1869, the town was incorporated as “Limestone”, and was named after the limestone deposits that were found in the area.
The town was an important stop on the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad, which ran through the town from 1891 to 2003. The railroad was an important part of the town’s economy, and provided jobs for many of the town’s residents.
In the early 1900s, the town was home to a large limestone quarry, which provided the town with its name. The quarry was in operation until the 1950s, and provided the town with much of its economic activity.

Economy

Limestone’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to many farms, which produce potatoes, hay, and other crops. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a sawmill, and a furniture factory.
The town is also a popular tourist destination, and is home to several attractions, including the Limestone Historical Society Museum, the Limestone Public Library, and the Limestone Country Club. The town is also home to several outdoor recreation areas, including the Aroostook State Park, the Limestone Hills Trail, and the Limestone Lakes.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Limestone was 1,741. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in Limestone was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Limestone is a small town with a rich history and a vibrant economy. The town is home to many farms and small businesses, and is a popular tourist destination. The town is also home to many outdoor recreation areas, and is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Limestone?
Total Population of Limestone is 1,165.
What is the Total Male Population of Limestone?
Total Male Population of Limestone is 577.
What is the Total Female Population of Limestone?
Total Female Population of Limestone is 588.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Limestone?
There are 98.13 Males per 100 Females in Limestone.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Limestone?
There are 101.91 Females per 100 Males in Limestone.
What is the Median Population Age in Limestone?
Median Population Age in Limestone is 43.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Limestone
Average Family Size in Limestone is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Limestone
Average Household Size in Limestone is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Limestone?
Per Capita income in Limestone is $20,497.
What is the Median Family Income in Limestone?
Median Family Income in Limestone is $37,708.
What is the Median Household income in Limestone?
Median Household Income in Limestone is $36,023.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Limestone?
Income or Wage Gap in Limestone is 10.0%.
Women in Limestone earn 90.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Limestone?
Family Income Deficit in Limestone is $3,935.
Families that are below poverty line in Limestone earn $3,935 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Limestone?
Inequality or Gini Index in Limestone is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Limestone?
There are 412 People in the Labor Forcein in Limestone.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Limestone?
42.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Limestone.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Limestone?
Unemployment Rate in Limestone is 2.4%.