Washington County, Maine
ME · FIPS 23029 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,331 | — | #1,437 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $56,024 | -25.4% | #2,404 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 48.6 years | +24.9% | #314 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $161,800 | -42.6% | #1,987 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $783 | -32.7% | #2,236 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% | +35.6% | #2,312 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Washington County has a population of 31,331, making it the #1,437 most populous county in the US. The median age is 48.6 years, which is 24.9% above the national median.
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The median household income in Washington County is $56,024, ranking #2,404 out of 3,222 counties — 25.4% below the national median. The poverty rate is 17.1% and unemployment stands at 6.3%.
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The median home value in Washington County is $161,800 (-42.6% vs national). Renters pay a median of $783/mo and the homeownership rate is 79.7%.
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90.9% of residents in Washington County have health insurance coverage, which is 0.9% below the national rate.
About Washington County, Maine
Washington County, Maine has a total population of 31,331, making it the 1,437th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Washington County is 48.6 years, which is 24.9% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Washington County is $56,024, which ranks #2,404 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 25.4% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 17.1%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3%.
The median home value in Washington County is $161,800, 42.6% below the national median. Renters in Washington County pay a median gross rent of $783 per month. The homeownership rate is 79.7%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Washington County, 24.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26.7% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 90.9% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 23.8 min.
Washington County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 87.6% of the population, followed by American Indian (non-Hispanic) (4.4%) and Two or More Races (4.1%).
All data for Washington County, Maine comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.