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Population Review

Sagadahoc County, Maine Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 12th-largest in Maine

The population of Sagadahoc County, Maine is 37,093 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest county in Maine. The median household income is $82,080, the median home value is $300,200, and the median age is 47.3.

The population of Sagadahoc County has grown 6.7% since 2010 (35,229 → 37,582), a +0.46% annualized rate.

Sagadahoc County within Maine · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

37,093

Population

+0.46%

Annual growth

146

People / sq mi

$82,080

Median Income

$300,200

Median Home Value

Sagadahoc County covers 254 sq mi of land at 146.0 people per square mile.

About Sagadahoc County, ME

Sagadahoc County is a county in Maine with a population of 37,093. It ranks #12 among counties in Maine by population. The median age is 47.3, older than the national median. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.

The median household income in Sagadahoc County is $82,080, above the US median of $74,580. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $300,200, with monthly rent averaging $1,050. The homeownership rate of 77.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Sagadahoc County reflects 41.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 12.6% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 24.9 minutes each way.

Sagadahoc County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Sagadahoc County had a population of 35,229 in 2010 and 37,582 in 2024, a 6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 37,582 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.46%.

2024 · 38K20102024

37,582

Population (2024)

35,229

Population (2010)

37,582

Peak (2024)

0.46%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201035,229
201135,127
201235,124
201335,031
201435,090
201535,137
201635,206
201735,471
201835,821
201936,057
202036,730
202137,171
202237,402
202337,541
202437,582

Race & Ethnicity

White93.5%
Black or African American0.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

47.3

Median Age

51.0%

Female

49.0%

Male

24.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
4.3%
5–9
4.3%
10–14
5.9%
15–19
5.3%
20–24
4.0%
25–34
12.0%
35–44
12.1%
45–54
12.0%
55–59
7.0%
60–64
9.1%
65–74
14.1%
75–84
7.0%
85+
2.9%

Children (under 15): 14.5% · Seniors (65+): 24.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$82,080+$10,307 vs state
Mean household income$101,281
Per-capita income$45,131
Poverty rate9.2%+2.7% vs state
Unemployment rate2.9%
Employment-to-population60.5%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
26.9%
Manufacturing
11.3%
Finance & real estate
9.8%
Education & health care
8.1%
Construction
7.9%
Information
6.1%
Public administration
5.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.9%

The largest employment sector in Sagadahoc County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.9% of workers.

How residents commute

0.3%

Drive alone

2.9%

Carpool

76.2%

Public transit

12.6%

Work from home

24.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$300,200+$33,800 vs state

Median home value

$1,050

Median rent

77.8%

Homeownership rate

19,109

Total housing units

84.6%

Occupied

15.4%

Vacant

22.2%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

94.6%

With health insurance

95.3%

With broadband internet

34.5%

Foreign-born

10.9%

Veterans (18+)

13.5%

With a disability

96.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

94.8%

High School+

41.1%

Bachelor's+

Largest cities in Maine

Other counties in Maine

Part of Maine

Metro areas in Maine

County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Sagadahoc County, Maine has a population of 37,093 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest county in Maine. Population density is 146 people per square mile.

The population of Sagadahoc County has grown 6.7% since 2010 (35,229 → 37,582), a +0.46% annualized rate.

The median household income in Sagadahoc County, Maine is $82,080, with mean (average) household income of $101,281 and per-capita income of $45,131. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Sagadahoc County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Sagadahoc County, Maine is 47.3 years. Residents are 51.0% female and 49.0% male.

The median home value in Sagadahoc County is $300,200 and median monthly rent is $1,050. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 19,109 total housing units, 15.4% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Sagadahoc County, Maine is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

Portland is among the largest cities associated with Sagadahoc County, Maine, with a population of 68,505.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.