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Portland is the largest city in Maine and has twice the number of residents as Bangor. The city is located on Interstate 95, in the southeast region of the state, right on the coast. Portland is the county seat of Cumberland County and is a popular location for tourists. In the 2000 census, the city recorded a population of 64,250 people, a .6% decrease from 1990. Other important statistics include:

People
• Median Age: 35
• Percent of Population Married: 41%
Economy
• Unemployment rate: 3.6%
• Average Household income: $42,400
Housing
• Median Home Cost: $255,300
• Vacant Housing: 7.4%
• Average Apartment Rent (based on 2 bedrooms): $933
• Property Tax Rate (based on every $1000 of home’s value): $19.50
Climate
• Average July high: 78 degrees
• Average January low: 12 degrees
• Precipitation: 47 inches of rain, 69 inches of snow
• Elevation: 220 feet
Education
• School Expense (per student): $7,660
• Number of Students per Teacher: 11

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