The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Piscataquis county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 64.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 12.5℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 70% and the area covered by water is 9.39%. The overall influence score for Piscataquis is 6.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Piscataquis, Maine with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Piscataquis County is located in the northern region of Maine. According to the U.S. Census in 2019, the population of Piscataquis County was 17,837. The median household income is $41,192 and the median age is 46.7 years.
The majority of the population are White (93.8%) and the remaining population is made up of Native American (1.3%), African American (1%), Asian (0.6%), and other races (3.3%). Piscataquis County has a higher percentage of people living in rural areas than the state average (97% vs 77%).
The living conditions in Piscataquis County are generally quite rural, with most of the population living in small towns and villages spread out across the county. There is limited access to public transportation, making it difficult for residents to access services and jobs outside of their local area. The county also has limited access to healthcare facilities, with just three hospitals and four health centers available to serve the entire population.
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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