Patten Public RecordsMaine

Patten, a town in Penobscot County, Maine, had a population of approximately 881 as of the 2020 Census. The median age is about 55 years, reflecting an older population. Around 51% of residents are male and 49% are female. The racial makeup is predominantly White (over 97%), with small percentages of Native American (1%), and other races or multiracial individuals making up the rest. Hispanic or Latino residents comprise less than 1% of the population.

In Patten city, Penobscot, ME, around 70% of residents are homeowners, while 30% rent. The median home value is about $140,000, with property values rising at roughly 4% annually. Housing types predominantly include single-family homes and a few multifamily units. Neighborhoods are quiet and rural, offering spacious lots. The median monthly rent is approximately $850. Property tax rates average 1.1%, translating to an annual tax of about $1,540 for a median-priced home. This affordability, alongside tranquil surroundings, makes Patten attractive for buyers seeking rural Maine living.

Patten, located in Penobscot County, ME, is served primarily by Katahdin Middle/High School, offering education from grades 6–12 with an enrollment of about 160 students. The school’s graduation rate is around 90%, and approximately 15% of adults in the area hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Educational programs include vocational training and college prep courses. Patten schools maintain a student-teacher ratio near 10:1, with average state assessment scores near the Maine average. School safety is rated above 80% satisfaction by local surveys, and adult education classes are available through regional collaboration.

Patten, located in Penobscot County, ME, is a rural community where transportation largely depends on private vehicles; over 90% of commuters drive alone, and car ownership rates average two vehicles per household. Public transit is virtually nonexistent, with less than 1% of residents using any form of mass transit. The typical commute time is around 27 minutes, reflecting jobs both within town and in nearby employment hubs like Millinocket and Houlton. Infrastructure consists mainly of state and county roads, with no local train or bus service. Cycling and walking are rare, due to the town’s spread-out layout.

Patten, a small town in Penobscot County, Maine, relies primarily on the Patten Medical Clinic, affiliated with Katahdin Valley Health Center, for primary and urgent care; the nearest hospital, Northern Light Health’s Millinocket Regional Hospital, is about 27 miles away. Patten serves a predominantly older population (median age ≈54), with access challenges due to rurality. Common health issues include chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and respiratory diseases. Approximately 90% of residents have health insurance coverage, mainly via Medicare/Medicaid. The healthcare provider-to-population ratio is lower than the Maine state average, reflecting workforce shortages typical of rural areas.