Maine is bordered on the north by Quebec, Canada, on the east by New Brunswick, Canada, on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, and by New Hampshire on the east.

Maine is the 39th largest state by area, and with a population of approx. 1.3 million is the 40th most populous state. Maine became the 15th state of the Union on March 15, 1820. Major industries of Maine include agriculture (especially potatoes), shipbuiding, fishing (especially lobsters), footwear, machinery, electronics, and tourism. The nickname of Maine is "The Pine Tree State". The name "Maine" refers to the "mainland".

Maine has several state taxes, including a personal income tax, state sales tax, and property tax.

State Capital: Augusta
State Motto: "Dirigo" - I direct
State Bird: Black-capped chickadee
State Flower: White pine cone and tassel
State Song: "State of Maine Song"
State Tree: Eastern white pine
State Gem: Tourmaline
State Fish: Landlocked Salmon

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State Ranking:
Most Liveable State: 17
Lowest Overall Taxes: 50
Best Environment for Education: 5
Lowest Crime: 3

In 2008, Coldwell Banker looked at the cost of a typical 2,200-square-foot house with 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, a family room and a two-car garage. The neighborhood - a more subjective measure - is one "typical for corporate middle-management transferees." The following is a sample of cities in the state:

ME	Augusta	$152,947
ME	Lewiston / Auburn	$152,947
ME	Portland	$352,250

Cities in the state that ranked in the top 100 "Best Places to Live" by CNNMoney.com include:

Portland

Major cities in Maine include Portland, Lewiston, and Bangor,

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