Maine
Maps & Population Facts
Housing Estimates
Maine is the 42nd most populated state and largest by land area in New England. The state ranks average in many categories, but has the highest median age of any US state.
Maine has a large education and health services industry, representing about 20% of the total workforce. Fishing is also an important industry in Maine, with Maine fisheries selling more lobsters each year than any other state. Kennebunkport is popular tourist destination and is located on the state's coast.
Income
Households in the state of Maine earn less money than the national median income, averaging 7% less per household.
Housing
Maine has a median house price of $191,200. The cost of homeownership is slightly less than most states. The cost of renting in Maine is 20% less than the national average.
| Percent | Ranking | |
|---|---|---|
| Renter Occupied Households | 27% | 50th |
| New Construction (Built after 2000) | 19% | 29th |
Demographics
The median age in the state is 45. Maine has a population that is significantly older than in comparison to the US median age.
Maine ranks average for having an educated population. The percent of residents who have a college degree is comparable with other states.
Housing Data
| Maine | USA | |
| Median Property Value | 191,200 | 217,600 |
| Median Mortgage Payment | 1,313 | 1,513 |
| Median Gross Rent | 806 | 1,012 |
| Property Vacancy | 27.2% | 12.6% |
| % Renters | 27% | 36% |
| Residents per Sq. Mi. | 43 | 93 |
| Maine | USA | |
| Median Household Income | 56,277 | 60,336 |
| Median Individual Income | 31,552 | 33,646 |
| Median Income (Full-Time) | 44,508 | 46,881 |
| Median Age | 44.6 | 38.1 |
| Labor Participation | 62.9% | 62.8% |
| Attained College Degree | 32.0% | 32.0% |
Population Density Analysis
Demographics
Most Populated Cities
| 1. | Portland | 66,715 |
| 2. | Lewiston | 36,211 |
| 3. | Bangor | 32,237 |
| 4. | South Portland | 25,431 |
| 5. | Auburn | 22,941 |
Highest Household Income
| 1. | South Franklin | 116,250 |
| 2. | Cumberland | 112,604 |
| 3. | Falmouth | 108,547 |
| 4. | Cape Elizabeth | 106,157 |
| 5. | Seboeis Plantation | 96,875 |
Highest Home Value
| 1. | Ogunquit | 520,200 |
| 2. | Frye Island | 450,000 |
| 3. | Southport | 422,400 |
| 4. | Falmouth | 409,100 |
| 5. | Rangeley Plantation | 406,700 |
Highest Gross Rent
| 1. | Falmouth | 1,657 |
| 2. | Kittery | 1,372 |
| 3. | Scarborough | 1,308 |
| 4. | Dedham | 1,304 |
| 5. | Arrowsic | 1,281 |