Data Monitor offers a range of informational data sets that tell us more about Maine. The Data Monitor team periodically dives into Census figures, state spending reports, and other sources to explore our state and the way we live.
A historical look at climate change’s impact on Maine’s temperatures
This is how climate change has impacted Maine's average temperatures, causing unpredictability along the way.
Maine’s average teacher salaries lag rest of New England states, data shows
The National Education Association (NEA) reported that Maine teacher salaries, on average, were just over $57,000 in 2020-21.
Maine’s private school leaders can make as much as twice the salary as public school principals
Analysis of IRS filings shows heads of town "academies" earn more than principals at traditional public schools.
Maine’s population grew by 3% since 2016
York County saw the largest growth since 2016 while Aroostook County saw the largest drop in population.
Analyzing the levels of educational attainment by Maine county
Cumberland County maintains highest percentages in both categories analyzed.
Mills outraises LePage in latest campaign donation period
The Monitor's data visualization provides a deeper look at the donations to the Democratic incumbent and her Republican challenger.
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