Farmingdale, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Farmingdale, Maine had a total population of 2,064, the 66th largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $62,006, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Farmingdale Quick Facts
How Farmingdale 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 | 2,163 | 2,064 | -4.6% |
| Median household income | $50,263 | $62,006 | +23.4% |
| Median home value | $213,700 | $239,200 | +11.9% |
How Farmingdale 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+)
Farmingdale Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Kennebec County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta | 19,077 | $47,979 | 18.2% | $201,000 |
| Waterville | 17,077 | $53,580 | 20.6% | $184,600 |
| Gardiner | 6,088 | $71,782 | 10.4% | $221,600 |
| Winslow | 5,873 | $59,547 | 11.3% | $217,900 |
| Winthrop | 3,108 | $61,058 | 21.3% | $244,900 |
| Oakland | 2,710 | $44,848 | 13.7% | $167,000 |
| Hallowell | 2,592 | $68,398 | 7.8% | $295,300 |
| Randolph | 1,610 | $66,574 | 15.7% | $174,300 |
| Clinton | 1,381 | $70,625 | 1.4% | $163,800 |
Cities Similar to Farmingdale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomaston | 2,055 | $52,133 | $269,500 | 28.7% | 8.9% |
| Richmond | 2,089 | $73,014 | $221,100 | 34.8% | 7.1% |
| South Paris | 2,210 | $55,074 | $219,700 | 18.7% | 26.5% |
| Mexico | 2,142 | $50,972 | $108,700 | 13.8% | 24.8% |
| Bar Harbor | 2,296 | $67,701 | $626,900 | 63.4% | 14.4% |
Population Overview
Farmingdale is a small community located in Maine, within Kennebec County. The total population is 2,064. It ranks as the 66th most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Farmingdale is 46.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 44.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Farmingdale is $62,006. This is 17% lower than the state median of $74,733. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $239,200. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $296,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 74.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Farmingdale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.1% of all residents.
Education
50.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% higher 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 95.5%. Notably, 19.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Farmingdale, 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 Farmingdale, Maine?
Farmingdale, Maine has a population of 2,064 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Farmingdale, ME?
The median household income in Farmingdale is $62,006, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Farmingdale, ME?
The poverty rate in Farmingdale is 16.8%. This means approximately 341 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Farmingdale, Maine?
Farmingdale's population is 94.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Farmingdale, ME?
The median home value in Farmingdale is $239,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Farmingdale, Maine?
50.4% of adults (25+) in Farmingdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 19.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.