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Washburn, ME

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Population
888
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
487 ft
Median Home Value
$99,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$446/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Washburn

Washburn is a quiet, friendly town of about 1,500 residents set along the Aroostook River in northern Maine. Surrounded by rolling potato farms and wide-open countryside, it offers a relaxed rural setting while keeping you within an easy 15-minute drive of Presque Isle and Caribou for groceries, dining, and healthcare. Local kids attend elementary and high school right in town alongside students from neighboring Perham and Wade, giving the area a close-knit feel.

Prize bull owned by Robert Cunningham, FSA (Farm Security Administration) client. Beef cattle is being introduced to supplement potatoes as a source of income. Washburn, Maine (LOC)

Outdoor recreation is a major part of life here in every season. Extensive trail systems give snowmobilers and ATV riders direct access to the surrounding woods, while the river offers great spots for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing in the summer. With its deep farming roots, historic homes, and welcoming neighbors, Washburn is a classic northern Maine community that makes it easy to settle into small-town life.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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