Definition

The number and percent of children ages birth to 5 who were receiving Temporary Aid to Needy Families in December of each calendar year. Note: State totals include children whose county is unknown, who are not Maine residents or are out of state. The numerator is the number of children ages birth to 5 receiving TANF and the denominator is the estimated population of children under age 6 based on yearly estimates from the Maine Office of Vital Statistics.

Data Source

Maine DHHS, Office of Family Independence.

Notes

Last Updated

September 2025