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{{Short description| Town in the state of Maine, United States}}
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'''Chelsea''' is a [[New England town|town]] in [[Kennebec County, Maine|Kennebec County]], [[Maine]], United States. The population was 2,721 at the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]]. It is home to the [[Togus, Maine|Togus]] Veterans Administration facilities.
'''Chelsea''' is a [[New England town|town]] in [[Kennebec County, Maine|Kennebec County]], [[Maine]], United States. The population was 2,778 at the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/profile?g=0600000US2301112350|title=Census - Geography Profile: Chelsea town, Kennebec County, Maine|access-date=January 16, 2022}}</ref> It is home to the [[Togus, Maine|Togus Springs Hotel]] and [[Veterans Administration]] facilities.


==History==
==History==

Chelsea was incorporated as a town on March 1, 1851 separating from a portion of [[Hallowell, Maine|Hallowell]]. The town was named after the town of [[Chelsea, Massachusetts]].{{Citation needed|date=June 2010}}
Chelsea was incorporated as a town on March 1, 1851, separating from a portion of [[Hallowell, Maine|Hallowell]]. The town was named after the town of [[Chelsea, Massachusetts]].{{Citation needed|date=June 2010}}


==Geography==
==Geography==

According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|19.98|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|19.54|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.44|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name ="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/maps-data/data/gazetteer2010.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-12-16}}</ref> Situated on the east bank of the [[Kennebec River]], Chelsea is bordered on the west by [[Hallowell, Maine|Hallowell]], on the north by [[Augusta, Maine|Augusta]], on the southwest by [[Farmingdale, Maine|Farmingdale]], on the south by [[Randolph, Maine|Randolph]] and [[Pittston, Maine|Pittston]], and on the east by [[Whitefield, Maine|Whitefield]]. Chelsea is considered part of the [[Augusta, Maine|Augusta]], Maine micropolitan [[New England City and Town Area]].
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|19.98|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|19.54|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.44|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name ="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/maps-data/data/gazetteer2010.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=December 16, 2012}}</ref> Situated on the east bank of the [[Kennebec River]], Chelsea is bordered on the west by [[Hallowell, Maine|Hallowell]], on the north by [[Augusta, Maine|Augusta]], on the southwest by [[Farmingdale, Maine|Farmingdale]], on the south by [[Randolph, Maine|Randolph]] and [[Pittston, Maine|Pittston]], and on the east by [[Whitefield, Maine|Whitefield]]. Chelsea is considered part of the [[Augusta, Maine|Augusta]], Maine micropolitan [[New England City and Town Area]].


==Demographics==
==Demographics==

{{US Census population
{{US Census population
|1860= 1024
|1860= 1024
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|2000= 2559
|2000= 2559
|2010= 2721
|2010= 2721
|2020= 2778
|estyear=2014
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|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web |url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html |title=Census of Population and Housing |publisher=Census.gov |accessdate=June 4, 2015 }}</ref>
|estimate=2706
|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2014">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/popest/data/cities/totals/2014/SUB-EST2014.html|title=Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Incorporated Places: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2014|accessdate=June 4, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150523034651/https://www.census.gov/popest/data/cities/totals/2014/SUB-EST2014.html|archive-date=2015-05-23|url-status=dead}}</ref>
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|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web |url=https://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html |title=Census of Population and Housing |publisher=Census.gov |accessdate=June 4, 2015 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150426102944/http://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html |archivedate=April 26, 2015 }}</ref>
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[[Image:TogusME VA 01.jpg|thumb|right|Part of the Togus VA facility in Chelsea]]


===2010 census===
===2010 census===
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As of the [[census]]<ref name ="FactFinder">{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-12-16}}</ref> of 2010, there were 2,721 people, 1,046 households, and 758 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was {{convert|139.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 1,113 housing units at an average density of {{convert|57.0|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 97.0% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.1% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 1.1% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.7% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.1% [[Race (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.1% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.0% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.8% of the population.


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As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=December 16, 2012}}</ref> of 2010, there were 2,721 people, 1,046 households, and 758 families living in the town. The [[population density]] was {{convert|139.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 1,113 housing units at an average density of {{convert|57.0|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 97.0% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.1% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 1.1% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.7% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.1% [[Race (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.1% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.0% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.8% of the population.
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There were 1,046 households of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.5% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.80.

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There were 1,046 households, of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.5% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.80.


The median age in the town was 44.9 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 35.2% were from 45 to 64; and 14.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.
The median age in the town was 44.9 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 35.2% were from 45 to 64; and 14.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.


===2000 census===
===2000 census===

As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web |url=http://factfinder2.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=2008-01-31 |title=American FactFinder |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130911234518/http://factfinder2.census.gov/ |archivedate=2013-09-11 }}</ref> of 2000, there were 2,559 people, 959 households, and 701 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was 131.2 people per square mile (50.7/km²). There were 1,015 housing units at an average density of 52.0 per square mile (20.1/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 96.99% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.27% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.98% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.78% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.08% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.90% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.47% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web |url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=January 31, 2008 |title=U.S. Census website }}</ref> of 2000, there were 2,559 people, 959 households, and 701 families living in the town. The population density was {{convert|131.2|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 1,015 housing units at an average density of {{convert|52.0|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the town was 96.99% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.27% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.98% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.78% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.08% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.90% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.47% of the population.


There were 959 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.93.
There were 959 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.93.


In the town, the population was spread out with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.1 males.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.1 males.


The median income for a household in the town was $40,905, and the median income for a family was $44,688. Males had a median income of $30,793 versus $23,781 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $17,591. About 13.6% of families and 15.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 21.7% of those age 65 or over.
The median income for a household in the town was $40,905, and the median income for a family was $44,688. Males had a median income of $30,793 versus $23,781 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $17,591. About 13.6% of families and 15.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 21.7% of those age 65 or over.

==Notables==
*[[John F. Chase]], civil war hero and inventor<ref>https://www.loc.gov/exhibits/civil-war-in-america/biographies/john-chase.html</ref>


==References==
==References==

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*[http://www.chelseamaine.org/ Town of Chelsea Official Website]
*[http://www.chelseamaine.org/ Town of Chelsea Official Website]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20070609081457/http://www.maine.gov/local/kennebec/chelsea/ Chelsea at Maine.Gov]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20070609081457/http://www.maine.gov/local/kennebec/chelsea/ Chelsea at Maine.Gov]
*[http://www.city-data.com/city/Chelsea-Maine.html City Data Profile]
*[http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=2078 Epodunk Town Profile]
*[http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=2078 Epodunk Town Profile]
*[http://history.rays-place.com/me/chelsea-me.htm History of Chelsea, Maine]
*[http://history.rays-place.com/me/chelsea-me.htm History of Chelsea, Maine]{{Dead link|date=August 2022 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}


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[[Category:Towns in Kennebec County, Maine]]
[[Category:Towns in Kennebec County, Maine]]

Latest revision as of 14:28, 13 November 2024

Chelsea, Maine
Town
Togus
Togus
Nickname: 
Gateway to the Capital
Location in Kennebec County and the state of Maine.
Location in Kennebec County and the state of Maine.
Coordinates: 44°16′31″N 69°42′18″W / 44.27528°N 69.70500°W / 44.27528; -69.70500
CountryUnited States
StateMaine
CountyKennebec
IncorporatedMarch 1, 1851
VillagesChelsea
Chelsea Heights
Togus
Government
 • TypeBoard of selectmen
 • Town ManagerScott Tilton
 • SelectmenMichael Pushard
Deb Sanderson
Benjamin Smith
 • Town clerkSheila McCarty
Area
[1]
 • Total
19.98 sq mi (51.75 km2)
 • Land19.54 sq mi (50.61 km2)
 • Water0.44 sq mi (1.14 km2)
Elevation
194 ft (59 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
2,778
 • Density142/sq mi (54.9/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
04330
Area code207
FIPS code23-12350
GNIS feature ID0582406
Websitewww.chelseamaine.org

Chelsea is a town in Kennebec County, Maine, United States. The population was 2,778 at the 2020 census.[2] It is home to the Togus Springs Hotel and Veterans Administration facilities.

History

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Chelsea was incorporated as a town on March 1, 1851, separating from a portion of Hallowell. The town was named after the town of Chelsea, Massachusetts.[citation needed]

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 19.98 square miles (51.75 km2), of which 19.54 square miles (50.61 km2) is land and 0.44 square miles (1.14 km2) is water.[1] Situated on the east bank of the Kennebec River, Chelsea is bordered on the west by Hallowell, on the north by Augusta, on the southwest by Farmingdale, on the south by Randolph and Pittston, and on the east by Whitefield. Chelsea is considered part of the Augusta, Maine micropolitan New England City and Town Area.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
18601,024—
18701,23820.9%
18801,53724.2%
18902,35653.3%
19003,09231.2%
19103,2164.0%
19202,050−36.3%
19302,2107.8%
19402,2803.2%
19502,169−4.9%
19601,893−12.7%
19702,09510.7%
19802,52220.4%
19902,497−1.0%
20002,5592.5%
20102,7216.3%
20202,7782.1%
U.S. Decennial Census[3]

2010 census

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As of the census[4] of 2010, there were 2,721 people, 1,046 households, and 758 families living in the town. The population density was 139.3 inhabitants per square mile (53.8/km2). There were 1,113 housing units at an average density of 57.0 per square mile (22.0/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.0% White, 0.1% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 1,046 households, of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.5% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the town was 44.9 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 35.2% were from 45 to 64; and 14.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.

2000 census

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As of the census[5] of 2000, there were 2,559 people, 959 households, and 701 families living in the town. The population density was 131.2 inhabitants per square mile (50.7/km2). There were 1,015 housing units at an average density of 52.0 per square mile (20.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.99% White, 0.27% African American, 0.98% Native American, 0.78% Asian, 0.08% from other races, and 0.90% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.47% of the population.

There were 959 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.7% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.1 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $40,905, and the median income for a family was $44,688. Males had a median income of $30,793 versus $23,781 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,591. About 13.6% of families and 15.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 21.7% of those age 65 or over.

Notables

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References

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  1. ^ a b "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved December 16, 2012.
  2. ^ "Census - Geography Profile: Chelsea town, Kennebec County, Maine". Retrieved January 16, 2022.
  3. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  4. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved December 16, 2012.
  5. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  6. ^ https://www.loc.gov/exhibits/civil-war-in-america/biographies/john-chase.html
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