Maine Population & Demographics
Maine has a population of 1,377,400, ranking #42 among US states. The median household income is $71,773 and the median age is 44.8.
US states by population — Maine is #42
1,377,400
Population
#42
By Population
$71,773
Median Income
44.8
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 49.2% · Female: 50.8%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.5% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
Economy & Income
$71,773
Median Household Income
$42,035
Per Capita Income
6.5%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
$96,507
Mean Household Income
59.5%
Employment Rate
Education
94.5%
High School Graduate+
35.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$266,400
Median Home Value
$1,084
Median Rent
746,552
Total Housing Units
74.0%
Owner-Occupied
26.0%
Renter-Occupied
21.1%
Vacant
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
3.5%
Carpool
14.1%
Work From Home
24.4 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Maine
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portland city | 68,505 | $76,174 | $452,600 |
| 2 | Lewiston city | 37,886 | $56,558 | $214,200 |
| 3 | Bangor city | 31,663 | $58,096 | $206,300 |
| 4 | South Portland city | 26,780 | $84,563 | $405,800 |
| 5 | Auburn city | 24,294 | $66,552 | $254,600 |
| 6 | Biddeford city | 22,463 | $69,794 | $349,300 |
| 7 | Sanford city | 22,095 | $70,570 | $257,200 |
| 8 | Saco city | 20,636 | $84,328 | $370,300 |
| 9 | Westbrook city | 20,484 | $85,868 | $341,800 |
| 10 | Augusta city | 18,999 | $48,756 | $188,900 |
| 11 | Brunswick Cdp | 16,928 | $68,190 | $333,500 |
| 12 | Waterville city | 16,704 | $47,489 | $173,700 |
| 13 | Orono Cdp | 10,699 | $56,890 | $219,200 |
Counties in Maine
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cumberland County | 305,940 | $92,983 |
| 2 | York County | 214,731 | $82,904 |
| 3 | Penobscot County | 153,571 | $63,248 |
| 4 | Kennebec County | 125,614 | $65,062 |
| 5 | Androscoggin County | 112,323 | $67,298 |
| 6 | Aroostook County | 67,227 | $54,254 |
| 7 | Oxford County | 58,728 | $57,933 |
| 8 | Hancock County | 56,084 | $69,630 |
| 9 | Somerset County | 50,852 | $56,199 |
| 10 | Knox County | 40,860 | $71,903 |
| 11 | Waldo County | 40,006 | $68,441 |
| 12 | Sagadahoc County | 37,093 | $82,080 |
| 13 | Lincoln County | 35,840 | $72,026 |
| 14 | Washington County | 31,261 | $52,237 |
| 15 | Franklin County | 30,145 | $58,522 |
| 16 | Piscataquis County | 17,125 | $55,234 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Maine has a population of 1,377,400 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #42 most populated state.
The median household income in Maine is $71,773, with a per capita income of $42,035. 6.5% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Maine is 91.3% White, 1.7% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.6% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.