Canton, ME is a small town nestled in the foothills of the White Mountains. With a population of just over 1,000 and population density of 38 people per square mile, Canton is a peaceful, rural community. It's home to a variety of local businesses such as The Country Store & Deli, which offers fresh-baked goods and local produce, and The Mahoosuc Arts Council which supports local art galleries and theaters. For year-round outdoor activities Canton has its share of hiking trails and lakes for swimming and fishing. In addition to these recreational activities, there are also several organizations that enhance the quality of life in Canton such as the Canton Historical Society, which helps preserve the town's past through educational programs and public events. Finally, for sports enthusiasts there are annual events like Bass Tournaments held at Lake Wyman every summer or competitive ice hockey tournaments at Steve Hoyt Sports Complex during winter months.
The population in Canton is 1,059. There are 36 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Canton is 41.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Canton is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Canton
- 47.4% are married
- 16.2% are divorced
- 33.0% are married with children
- 15.2% have children, but are single
Race in Canton
- 98.5% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander