The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Penobscot county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 66.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 15.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 73% and the area covered by water is 4.51%. The overall influence score for Penobscot is 2.
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Penobscot County is located in the state of Maine, in the east-central part of the state. The population was estimated at 153,923 in 2019. The median household income is $47,843, and the median home value is $153,100.
The county is largely rural, with many small towns and villages spread throughout the area. The largest city in Penobscot County is Bangor, with a population of 33,039. Other cities include Brewer, Old Town, Orono and Hampden.
The county has a high rate of poverty, with about 17% of the population living below the poverty line. In addition, unemployment is high, with an estimated 7% of the working age population being unemployed as of 2019.
Penobscot County is mainly rural and has a large agricultural sector. Dairy farming is an important industry in the region, and fishing and logging are also important sources of employment.
The county has a variety of recreational activities available to residents, including hiking, biking, skiing and snowmobiling. There are also several lakes and rivers for fishing and kayaking.
The USDA Rural Development staff are dedicated to assisting rural Maine communities through housing, business, and community programs. Their mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for all rural Americans. Rural Development has a State Office located in Bangor, and Area Offices located in Presque Isle, Bangor, Lewiston, and Scarborough.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Maine
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