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The current estimated population of Alna, Maine is 723, with 50.4% male and 49.6% female. Alna’s population has remained stable, reflecting its rural character and strong sense of community.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1794
  • County: Lincoln
  • Land area: 21.3 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 34 people per square mile
  • Area code: 207
  • Zip code: 04535

Geography and Location

Alna, Maine is located in Lincoln County, in the midcoast region of the state, about 10 miles from Wiscasset. The town is situated along the Sheepscot River, which provides scenic views and opportunities for fishing and boating. Alna is known for its historic buildings, including the 18th-century Alna Meeting House and the Sheepscot Valley Railroad. The town is rural, with a landscape dominated by forests, farmland, and small rivers. Alna’s quiet, picturesque setting and close-knit community make it a desirable location for those seeking a slower pace of life.

Demographics

Median resident age: 41.2 years
Median household income: $43,125
Median house value: $110,900

Population by Race

Races in Alna:

  • White Non-Hispanic (99.6%)

Ancestries: English (27.4%), United States (18.5%), Irish (12.6%), German (11.0%), French (7.3%), Scottish (5.0%).

Elevation: 10 feet

Map of Alna, ME

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Alna

  • High school or higher: 86.8%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 30.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 9.0%
  • Unemployed: 3.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 28.8 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Alna town

  • Never married: 18.8%
  • Now married: 61.4%
  • Separated: 0.9%
  • Widowed: 7.8%
  • Divorced: 11.2%

3.3% Foreign born (1.5% Europe, 0.6% Asia, 0.6% Oceania, 0.6% North America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Alna:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Alna:

  • BRUNSWICK NAS (about 28 miles; BRUNSWICK, ME; Abbreviation: NHZ)
  • PORTLAND INTL JETPORT (about 59 miles; PORTLAND, ME; Abbreviation: PWM)
  • BANGOR INTL (about 73 miles; BANGOR, ME; Abbreviation: BGR)

Other public-use airports nearest to Alna:

  • WISCASSET (about 13 miles; WISCASSET, ME; Abbreviation: IWI)
  • AUGUSTA (about 16 miles; AUGUSTA, ME; Abbreviation: M00)
  • AUGUSTA STATE (about 20 miles; AUGUSTA, ME; Abbreviation: AUG)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Alna:

  • UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA (about 20 miles; AUGUSTA, ME; Full-time enrollment: 3,172)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FARMINGTON (about 53 miles; FARMINGTON, ME; Full-time enrollment: 2,229)
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE (about 56 miles; PORTLAND, ME; Full-time enrollment: 7,381)
  • SAINT JOSEPHS COLLEGE (about 71 miles; STANDISH, ME; Full-time enrollment: 2,376)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND-UNIVERSITY CAMPUS (about 74 miles; BIDDEFORD, ME; Full-time enrollment: 2,251)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MAINE (about 92 miles; ORONO, ME; Full-time enrollment: 8,590)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE-MAIN CAMPUS (about 116 miles; DURHAM, NH; Full-time enrollment: 12,586)

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