Hartland Public RecordsMaine

As of the 2020 Census, Hartland, a city in Somerset County, Maine, had a population of 872. The median age was approximately 47 years. Gender distribution was nearly even, with about 50.3% male and 49.7% female. The community is predominantly White (over 96%), with small percentages of residents identifying as two or more races (about 2%), and Hispanic or Latino individuals making up less than 1% of the population. African American, Native American, and Asian residents each represented under 1%.

Hartland, Somerset, ME, features a homeownership rate of about 70%, with the median home value around $140,000 and median rent near $800/month. The housing market is stable, with values appreciating modestly at 3% annually. Housing types include primarily single-family homes and older properties, concentrated in quiet rural neighborhoods. Property taxes average $1,800 per year. Rental options are limited, reflecting the town’s small size and ownership preference.

Hartland, Somerset County, ME, has one public K-8 school—Hartland Consolidated School—with about 225 students and a GreatSchools rating of 3/10. Most high school students attend Nokomis Regional High in Newport. Adult residents: 84% hold a high school diploma, and 12% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Educational programs emphasize core academics, with some extracurriculars; safety incidents are rare with a strong focus on student well-being. Adult education offerings are available regionally through RSU 19.

Transportation in Hartland, Somerset, ME is predominantly car-dependent, with over 85% of residents commuting by private vehicle. The average commute time is approximately 26 minutes, slightly below the national average. Public transit usage is negligible, with less than 1% of the population utilizing available regional bus services, as public transportation infrastructure is limited. Most households (about 92%) own at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs are located within Hartland itself and in nearby towns such as Skowhegan and Pittsfield, accessible via U.S. Route 2 and State Route 152, which serve as the primary transportation corridors.

Hartland, Somerset County, ME, lacks a general hospital within city limits; residents typically utilize Redington-Fairview General Hospital (15 miles away in Skowhegan) or Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital (20 miles away in Pittsfield). The local Somerset Family Medicine clinic provides primary care. Approximately 90% of Hartland residents are white, with 20% aged 65+, and the town's uninsured rate is around 8% (2021 data). Common health issues include chronic respiratory diseases, heart disease, and diabetes, reflecting rural Maine trends. Access to healthcare is challenged by provider shortages; Somerset County has roughly 1 primary care provider per 2,100 residents (vs. U.S. avg. 1:1,320).