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Dover-Foxcroft, Maine Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dover-Foxcroft, Maine had a total population of 2,745, the 53rd largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Dover-Foxcroft Quick Facts

Population 2,745
Median Household Income $56,250
Median Home Value $158,800
Poverty Rate 18.5%
Unemployment Rate 4.3%
Median Age 37.0 years
Homeownership Rate 57.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.6%
High School Graduation Rate 93.9%
Diversity Index 12/100
Population 2,745 53rd of 155
Median Income $56,250 below average
Poverty Rate 18.5% 49% higher than national
Median Home Value $158,800 bottom 30%

How Dover-Foxcroft Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,7582,745-0.5%
Median household income$51,919$56,250+8.3%
Median home value$137,500$158,800+15.5%

How Dover-Foxcroft Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.3%
$25K-$50K 21.9%
$50K-$100K 31.4%
$100K+ 25.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.0%
$10K-$15K
8.7%
$15K-$20K
4.6%
$20K-$25K
2.9%
$25K-$30K
3.1%
$30K-$35K
1.4%
$35K-$40K
1.4%
$40K-$45K
9.4%
$45K-$50K
6.5%
$50K-$60K
7.7%
$60K-$75K
19.4%
$75K-$100K
4.4%
$100K-$125K
11.0%
$125K-$150K
8.1%
$150K-$200K
3.2%
$200K+
3.1%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8%|National: 5.2%
57.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.9%
Renter 42.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $909/mo 19.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

12out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 19 | National average: 61

Education

Dover-Foxcroft Rankings in Maine

#53 Population of 155
#90 Median Income of 144
#83 Education of 155
#110 Home Value of 153

Other Cities in Piscataquis County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Milo 1,347 $39,904 16.9% $86,500
Greenville 840 $55,583 11.4% $216,500
Guilford 626 $45,735 14.7% $151,100
Brownville Junction 524 $61,875 20.2% $82,700

Cities Similar to Dover-Foxcroft

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Madison2,676$61,698$163,90018.6%13.0%
Madawaska3,022$55,666$158,30023.9%15.2%
Oakland2,710$44,848$167,00020.9%13.7%
Lincoln2,954$49,097$142,10020.5%21.0%
Hallowell2,592$68,398$295,30052.5%7.8%

Population Overview

Dover-Foxcroft is a small community located in Maine, within Piscataquis County. The total population is 2,745. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dover-Foxcroft is 37.0 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 44.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dover-Foxcroft is $56,250. This is 25% lower than the state median of $74,733. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 72% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $158,800. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $296,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Dover-Foxcroft is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dover-Foxcroft has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%.

Education

28.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 93.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dover-Foxcroft, 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 Dover-Foxcroft, Maine?

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine has a population of 2,745 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dover-Foxcroft, ME?

The median household income in Dover-Foxcroft is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dover-Foxcroft, ME?

The poverty rate in Dover-Foxcroft is 18.5%. This means approximately 480 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dover-Foxcroft, Maine?

Dover-Foxcroft's population is 93.8% White, 2.1% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dover-Foxcroft, ME?

The median home value in Dover-Foxcroft is $158,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Dover-Foxcroft, Maine?

28.6% of adults (25+) in Dover-Foxcroft hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.