Fryeburg, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fryeburg, Maine had a total population of 1,484, the 84th largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $57,083, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fryeburg Quick Facts
How Fryeburg 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 | 1,665 | 1,484 | -10.9% |
| Median household income | $61,944 | $57,083 | -7.8% |
| Median home value | $268,100 | $264,700 | -1.3% |
How Fryeburg 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+)
Fryeburg Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Oxford County
Cities Similar to Fryeburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Fairfield | 1,533 | $56,452 | $158,300 | 30.5% | 10.7% |
| Freeport | 1,441 | $59,455 | $421,000 | 52.8% | 21.5% |
| Waldoboro | 1,459 | $68,895 | $291,600 | 25.1% | 10.6% |
| Norridgewock | 1,378 | $66,761 | $147,600 | 29.3% | 10.4% |
| Randolph | 1,610 | $66,574 | $174,300 | 16.9% | 15.7% |
Population Overview
Fryeburg is a small community located in Maine, within Oxford County. The total population is 1,484. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fryeburg is 51.8 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 44.8 years. 10.3% 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 Fryeburg is $57,083. This is 24% lower than the state median of $74,733. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 50% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $264,700. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $296,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Fryeburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 91.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fryeburg, 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 Fryeburg, Maine?
Fryeburg, Maine has a population of 1,484 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fryeburg, ME?
The median household income in Fryeburg is $57,083, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fryeburg, ME?
The poverty rate in Fryeburg is 12.6%. This means approximately 184 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fryeburg, Maine?
Fryeburg's population is 93.4% White, 0.5% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fryeburg, ME?
The median home value in Fryeburg is $264,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Fryeburg, Maine?
18.9% of adults (25+) in Fryeburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.