Census ACS · 13 cities
Richest Cities in Maine
Income levels vary widely across Maine's 13 major cities. Westbrook city leads with a median household income of $85,868. Cities with higher incomes tend to have more educated residents, stronger job markets, and higher home values. The gap between the richest and most affordable cities in Maine can reveal important patterns about economic opportunity, cost of living, and quality of life across the state.
Source: Census ACS 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Median Income | Home Value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westbrook city | $85,868 | $341,800 | 20,484 |
| 2 | Waterville city | $47,489 | $173,700 | 16,704 |
| 3 | South Portland city | $84,563 | $405,800 | 26,780 |
| 4 | Sanford city | $70,570 | $257,200 | 22,095 |
| 5 | Saco city | $84,328 | $370,300 | 20,636 |
| 6 | Portland city | $76,174 | $452,600 | 68,505 |
| 7 | Orono Cdp | $56,890 | $219,200 | 10,699 |
| 8 | Lewiston city | $56,558 | $214,200 | 37,886 |
| 9 | Brunswick Cdp | $68,190 | $333,500 | 16,928 |
| 10 | Biddeford city | $69,794 | $349,300 | 22,463 |
| 11 | Bangor city | $58,096 | $206,300 | 31,663 |
| 12 | Augusta city | $48,756 | $188,900 | 18,999 |
| 13 | Auburn city | $66,552 | $254,600 | 24,294 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Westbrook city is the #1 ranked city in Maine by median household income, with a value of $85,868 according to latest Census ACS data.
Maine has 13 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in latest Census ACS data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Maine.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.