Auburn, Maine Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Auburn, Maine is 24,294 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 5th-largest city in Maine. The median household income is $66,552, the median home value is $254,600, and the median age is 40.7.
The population has grown 9.3% since 2010 (23,054 → 25,200).
24,294
Population
409
People / sq mi
$66,552
Median Income
$254,600
Median Home Value
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Auburn covers 59.3 sq mi of land at 409 people per square mile.
About Auburn, ME
Auburn stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 409 people per square mile. Auburn is a city in Maine with a population of 24,294. It is the #5-largest of all cities in Maine nationally.
Median household income is $66,552, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.1%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $254,600, with typical rent around $983.
Roughly 28.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Auburn city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Auburn city had a population of 23,054 in 2010 and 25,200 in 2024, a 9.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,200 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.64%.
25,200
Population (2024)
23,054
Population (2010)
25,200
Peak (2024)
0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,054 |
| 2011 | 22,980 |
| 2012 | 22,961 |
| 2013 | 22,927 |
| 2014 | 22,941 |
| 2015 | 22,949 |
| 2016 | 23,108 |
| 2017 | 23,118 |
| 2018 | 23,339 |
| 2019 | 23,414 |
| 2020 | 24,086 |
| 2021 | 24,286 |
| 2022 | 24,417 |
| 2023 | 24,989 |
| 2024 | 25,200 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.2% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$66,552
Median Household Income
$40,413
Per Capita Income
8.1%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$254,600
Median Home Value
$983
Median Rent
59.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.9%
High School+
28.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
76.4%
Public Transit
11.0%
Work From Home
23.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.1%
Foreign Born
91.4%
Non-English at Home
7.4%
Veterans
19.3%
With Disability
93.0%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.4% |
| Information | 8.2% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Auburn, Maine has a population of 24,294 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 5th-largest city in Maine.
The median household income in Auburn, Maine is $66,552, with 8.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Auburn, Maine is $254,600, with median monthly rent at $983 and a homeownership rate of 59.1%.
The median age in Auburn, Maine is 40.7 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 9.3% since 2010 (23,054 → 25,200).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.