List of counties in Maine

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Maine Counties

Maine, a state located in the northeastern region of the United States, is divided into 16 counties. The largest county by land area is Aroostook County, while the smallest is Sagadahoc County. The most populous county is Cumberland County, and the least populous is Piscataquis County.

Aroostook County[edit | edit source]

The largest county in Maine, Aroostook County Aroostook County is the largest county in Maine by land area, covering approximately 6,829 square miles. Despite its size, it is not the most populous county, with a population of around 67,000. The county is home to several healthcare facilities, including the Aroostook Medical Center and Cary Medical Center.

Sagadahoc County[edit | edit source]

The smallest county in Maine, Sagadahoc County Sagadahoc County, the smallest county in Maine, covers only 370 square miles. Despite its small size, it has a population of approximately 35,000. The county's healthcare facilities include Mid Coast Hospital and Sagadahoc County Health Department.

Cumberland County[edit | edit source]

The most populous county in Maine, Cumberland County Cumberland County is the most populous county in Maine, with a population of around 290,000. The county is home to Maine's largest city, Portland, and several healthcare facilities, including Maine Medical Center, Mercy Hospital, and Greater Portland Health.

Piscataquis County[edit | edit source]

The least populous county in Maine, Piscataquis County Piscataquis County, the least populous county in Maine, has a population of approximately 17,000. Despite its small population, the county is home to several healthcare facilities, including Mayo Regional Hospital and Piscataquis County Health Department.

Healthcare in Maine Counties[edit | edit source]

Healthcare facilities in Maine counties range from large hospitals to small clinics. The largest hospital in the state, Maine Medical Center, is located in Cumberland County. Other notable healthcare facilities include Eastern Maine Medical Center in Penobscot County, Central Maine Medical Center in Androscoggin County, and MaineGeneral Medical Center in Kennebec County.

List of Counties in Maine[edit | edit source]

The 16 counties in Maine are: Androscoggin County, Aroostook County, Cumberland County, Franklin County, Hancock County, Kennebec County, Knox County, Lincoln County, Oxford County, Penobscot County, Piscataquis County, Sagadahoc County, Somerset County, Waldo County, Washington County, and York County.

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