Harrison, ME is a small but thriving town located in the foothills of the White Mountains. With a population of 2,445 and a population density of 85 people per square mile, Harrison is an ideal place to live and work. The local economy is supported by small businesses such as Harrison Cider Mill, where visitors can sample fresh-pressed apple cider and baked goods; and Loon's Nest Trading Company, which offers outdoor gear for camping, fishing, hunting, and more. Year round outdoor activities include cross country skiing in the winter and kayaking on Long Lake in the summer. Additionally, there are many organizations dedicated to preserving local wildlife such as the Sebago Lake Land Trust and the Mahoosuc Land Trust. Local sporting events include ice hockey at Norway Savings Arena in Auburn as well as various youth sports leagues throughout Oxford County.
The population in Harrison is 2,445. There are 74 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Harrison is 53.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Harrison is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Harrison
- 50.5% are married
- 13.9% are divorced
- 22.8% are married with children
- 10.4% have children, but are single
Race in Harrison
- 97.9% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander