Gilead, ME is a small town located in Oxford County. Its population is 168 according to the 2010 United States Census, and its population density is 11 people per square mile. Located just 17 miles away from Bethel and 25 miles from Oquossoc, Gilead is a great place to experience rural Maine life.
There are many local businesses in Gilead including Denman's Store, Pine Valley Market, Gilead Hardware, and Taylor Made Music Instrument Repair & Sales. In addition to local businesses, there are plenty of year-round outdoor activities to be experienced such as hiking trails at Mount Abram ski area or exploring the Androscoggin River. Other organizations in the area include the Gilead Historical Society and the Gilead Community Center which hosts various events throughout the year. Local sporting events include canoe races down the Androscoggin River held annually during Memorial Day weekend.
The population in Gilead is 168. There are 9 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gilead is 41.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gilead is 2.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gilead
- 45.6% are married
- 15.1% are divorced
- 0.0% are married with children
- 7.4% have children, but are single
Race in Gilead
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander