Bingham, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bingham, Maine had a total population of 564, the 132nd largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $34,688, which is 54% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 54% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Unemployment rate of 8.6% is notably above the national average.
Bingham Quick Facts
How Bingham Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 613 | 564 | -8.0% |
| Median household income | $53,750 | $34,688 | -35.5% |
| Median home value | $108,900 | $104,500 | -4.0% |
How Bingham Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 19 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bingham Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Somerset County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skowhegan | 6,662 | $45,388 | 14.8% | $156,400 |
| Pittsfield | 3,084 | $61,458 | 18.1% | $162,100 |
| Madison | 2,676 | $61,698 | 13.0% | $163,900 |
| Fairfield | 2,356 | $52,409 | 16.8% | $139,600 |
| Norridgewock | 1,378 | $66,761 | 10.4% | $147,600 |
| Anson | 680 | $87,770 | 8.7% | $100,400 |
| Hartland | 561 | $52,857 | 28.2% | $78,600 |
| North Anson | 445 | $60,298 | 6.1% | $143,200 |
Cities Similar to Bingham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Harbor | 566 | $33,958 | $277,100 | 26.9% | 15.2% |
| Bethel | 537 | N/A | $379,500 | 43.7% | 22.4% |
| Kingfield | 586 | $37,250 | $174,800 | 46.0% | 21.8% |
| Casco | 618 | N/A | $248,500 | 37.3% | 26.2% |
| Alfred | 661 | N/A | $365,000 | 19.1% | 6.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 564, Bingham's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bingham is a small community located in Maine, within Somerset County. The total population is 564. It ranks as the 132nd most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bingham is 55.6 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 44.8 years. Only 14.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bingham is $34,688. This is 54% lower than the state median of $74,733. It is also 57% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 52% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 8.6%. This is 128% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $104,500. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $296,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 84.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 74.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bingham has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.7% of all residents.
Education
25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bingham, Maine is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Maine state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 155 Census-designated places in Maine. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bingham, Maine?
Bingham, Maine has a population of 564 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bingham, ME?
The median household income in Bingham is $34,688, which is 57% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bingham, ME?
The poverty rate in Bingham is 16.4%. This means approximately 89 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bingham, Maine?
Bingham's population is 97.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bingham, ME?
The median home value in Bingham is $104,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Bingham, Maine?
25.4% of adults (25+) in Bingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.