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Information on Portland, Cumberland County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Portland, located in the state of Maine, Cumberland County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Portland, Cumberland County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Portland City HALL, Cumberland County

Portland City Hall's addressPortland Portland Municipal Building
389 Congress Street

Portland ME 04101
United States
Phone number of Portland City Hall+1 207-874-8941
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Portland official website222
Mayor of PortlandMichael F. Brennan
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Common questions about Portland

What county is Portland ME in?

Portland, ME is located in Cumberland County

Where is Portland, Maine ?

Portland is located in Cumberland County, in the northeastern United States. It lies in the state of Maine, along the southern coast of the state, facing Casco Bay on the Atlantic Ocean. The city is approximately 100 miles northeast of Boston, Massachusetts, and serves as a major regional hub in New England.

What is the cost of living in Portland ME ?

The cost of living in Portland, Maine (Cumberland County) is relatively high, with median rent around $1,800 for a one-bedroom apartment. Transportation costs average about $300 monthly, while groceries can amount to approximately $400 per month for an individual. Overall, residents should expect a moderate but manageable financial landscape.

Portland building department, ME

In Portland, ME, residents and developers seeking to undertake construction projects must obtain the necessary permits to ensure compliance with local regulations. Permits can be requested from the City of Portland's Permitting and Inspections office, which is located at City Hall. It's essential to contact this office directly to gather detailed information regarding the associated costs and the expected processing times for your specific permit needs. The staff can provide guidance and answer any questions you might have to ensure a smooth and efficient application process.
OfficePortland Planning & Urban Development Department
CityPortland
StateMaine
Address389 Congress Street, Room 315, Portland, Maine 04101
Phone(207) 874-8703
Websitehttps://www.portlandmaine.gov/198/Planning-Urban-Development

Demography of Portland

Name of Portland inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population66 194 inhabitants1 / 462
Population density in Portland1 259,3 pop/sq mi (486,2 pop/km²)

Portland City (ME) statistics

Portland ME Median household income$54,078
Portland ME Poverty rate14.1%
Portland ME Unemployment rate3.9%
Portland ME Educational attainment91.2%

Air quality

Portland Air Quality Today11 (Good)

List of Passport Facilities in Portland, ME

Where to apply for a passport in Portland, ME? There are 3 passport offices in Portland, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
CUMBERLAND COUNTY PROBATE OFFICE142 FEDERAL STREET2078718382
PORTLAND CITY HALL CITY MANAGERS OFFICE389 CONGRESS STREET2078748685
PORTLAND POST OFFICE125 FOREST AVENUE2078718437

Top 3 most popular banks in Portland

There are 34 bank branches in Portland.
Bangor Savings Bank is the most popular bank in Portland with 5 branch offices, followed by TD Bank, National Association with 5 branch offices and then Gorham Savings Bank with 4 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Portland:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Bangor Savings Bank5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TD Bank, National Association5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Gorham Savings Bank4Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bath Savings Institution3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
KeyBank National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Norway Savings Bank3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
People's United Bank, National Association2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
The Camden National Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Androscoggin Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Machias Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
NBT Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Northeast Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office


Portland administrative numbers

Portland City code2360545
Portland City postcode04101

Toponymy and translation of Portland

Belarusian: Горад ПортлендBulgarian: ПортландGreek: Πόρτλαντ
Persian: پورتلندHebrew: פורטלנדJapanese: ポートランド
Kazakh: ПортландKorean: 포틀랜드Latin: Portlandia
Marathi: पोर्टलंड, मेनNorwegian Nynorsk: Portland i MaineRussian: Портленд
Serbian: ПортландUkrainian: ПортлендChinese: 波特蘭

Transportation modes in Portland

Airport
Portland International Jetport 5 miles
Brunswick Executive Airport 20.8 miles
Auburn/Lewiston Municipal Airport 26.7 miles

Portland territory

Portland area52,56 sq mi (136,14 km²)
Portland altitude30 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 43.6661
Longitude: -70.2119
Latitude: 43° 39' 58'' North
Longitude: 70° 12' 43'' West
Time zone
UTC -5:00 (America/New_York)
Summer time : UTC -4:00
Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
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Natural parksPortland isn't part of a natural park

What is Portland close to?

Nearby cities include: Long Island, South Portland, Falmouth and Cumberland
FalmouthLong IslandLong Island
South PortlandNeighbouring townsLong Island
South PortlandSouth PortlandCape Elizabeth
Long Island 3 milesSouth Portland 4.4 milesFalmouth 5.5 miles
Cumberland 5.7 milesCape Elizabeth 7 milesChebeague Island 7.3 miles
Westbrook 7.6 milesYarmouth 8.9 milesScarborough 9.8 miles
North Yarmouth 12.8 milesGorham 12.9 milesWindham 13.1 miles
Old Orchard Beach 13.3 milesFreeport 13.7 milesHarpswell 14.1 miles
Saco 15 milesBuxton 16.5 milesPownal 16.5 miles
Biddeford 18.1 milesGray 18.2 milesFrye Island 19.4 miles

Distance between Portland and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 2642 milesHouston : 1684 milesPhiladelphia : 358 miles closest
Phoenix : 2341 milesSan Antonio : 1841 milesSan Diego : 2620 miles
Dallas : 1617 milesSan Jose : 2707 milesJacksonville : 1116 miles
Indianapolis : 864 milesSan Francisco : 2754 milesAustin : 1768 miles
Columbus : 705 milesFort Worth : 1646 milesCharlotte : 814 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Portland, ME

Elementary schools in Portland

East End Community School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 400

Fred P Hall School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 425

Harrison Lyseth Elementary School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 471

Howard C Reiche Community School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 434

Longfellow School-Portland

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 315

Ocean Avenue

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 405

Presumpscot School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 252

Riverton School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 458

Middle schools in Portland

King Middle School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 517

Lincoln Middle School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 499

Lyman Moore Middle School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 501

High schools in Portland

Baxter Academy for Technical & Sciences

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 343

Casco Bay High School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 378

Deering High School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 908

Portland High School

District of Portland Public Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 740

Private schools in Portland

Breakwater School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 145

Cheverus High School

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 471

Glickman Academy

Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 12
Students : 33

Levey Day School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 28

St Brigid School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 343

The Children's Center

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 98

Waynflete School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 582

schools in Portland

Portland Arts & Technology High School

District of Portland Public Schools