Orono, Maine Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Orono, Maine is 10,699 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in Maine. The median household income is $56,890, the median home value is $219,200, and the median age is 21.7.
10,699
Population
1517
People / sq mi
$56,890
Median Income
$219,200
Median Home Value
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Orono covers 7.1 sq mi of land at 1517 people per square mile.
About Orono, ME
Orono skews on age — the median resident is 21.7, younger than the national median. With 10,699 residents, Orono is a city in Maine. It ranks #13 among cities in Maine by population.
The typical household earns $56,890, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.5%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $219,200, with typical rent around $1,150.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 68.0% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Around 9.8% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,890
Median Household Income
$26,135
Per Capita Income
6.5%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$219,200
Median Home Value
$1,150
Median Rent
43.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.9%
High School+
68.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
59.3%
Public Transit
9.8%
Work From Home
16.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
46.1%
Foreign Born
89.1%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
12.5%
With Disability
96.9%
Health Insurance
92.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 44.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 16.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.9% |
| Manufacturing | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.7% |
| Retail Trade | 1.7% |
| Construction | 1.6% |
| Public Administration | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Information | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Orono, Maine has a population of 10,699 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in Maine.
The median household income in Orono, Maine is $56,890, with 6.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Orono, Maine is $219,200, with median monthly rent at $1,150 and a homeownership rate of 43.9%.
The median age in Orono, Maine is 21.7 years. The population is 51.5% male and 48.5% female.
Orono Cdp, ME Climate
Orono Cdp, ME has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C (44°F) and receives about 1052 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.6°C
Avg Temp
1052
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -8° / 17° | 84 mm |
| February | -6° / 20° | 69 mm |
| March | -1° / 30° | 80 mm |
| April | 6° / 42° | 85 mm |
| May | 12° / 54° | 87 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 91 mm |
| July | 20° / 68° | 88 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 87 mm |
| September | 14° / 58° | 95 mm |
| October | 8° / 47° | 90 mm |
| November | 2° / 36° | 99 mm |
| December | -5° / 24° | 97 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Orono Cdp, ME
The most comfortable months to visit Orono Cdp, ME are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -14°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.