Bowdoinham, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bowdoinham, Maine had a total population of 766, the 117th largest community in Maine. The poverty rate is 21.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 65.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Maine.
Bowdoinham Quick Facts
How Bowdoinham 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 | 768 | 766 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $352,900 | $419,400 | +18.8% |
How Bowdoinham 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+)
Bowdoinham Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Sagadahoc County
Cities Similar to Bowdoinham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Hill | 799 | N/A | $384,800 | 58.1% | 12.2% |
| Little Falls | 718 | $127,500 | $375,800 | 22.9% | 0.3% |
| Kezar Falls | 819 | $58,083 | $234,100 | 20.0% | 6.5% |
| Corinna | 711 | $51,000 | $138,000 | 9.2% | 16.2% |
| Mapleton | 705 | $81,146 | $137,900 | 25.9% | 12.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 766, Bowdoinham'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
Bowdoinham is a small community located in Maine, within Sagadahoc County. The total population is 766. It ranks as the 117th most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bowdoinham is 37.6 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 44.8 years. With 39.6% of the population under 18, Bowdoinham has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.8%. This is 103% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bowdoinham, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $419,400. Housing costs are 41% higher than the state median of $296,600. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 74.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bowdoinham is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.2% of the population.
Education
65.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bowdoinham in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 80% higher than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 25.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bowdoinham, 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 Bowdoinham, Maine?
Bowdoinham, Maine has a population of 766 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bowdoinham, ME?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bowdoinham — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bowdoinham, ME?
The poverty rate in Bowdoinham is 21.8%. This means approximately 167 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bowdoinham, Maine?
Bowdoinham's population is 78.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bowdoinham, ME?
The median home value in Bowdoinham is $419,400.
How educated is Bowdoinham, Maine?
65.2% of adults (25+) in Bowdoinham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.