Greenville, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Greenville, Maine had a total population of 840, the 114th largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $55,583, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.
Greenville Quick Facts
How Greenville 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 | 883 | 840 | -4.9% |
| Median household income | $52,991 | $55,583 | +4.9% |
| Median home value | $192,600 | $216,500 | +12.4% |
How Greenville 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+)
Greenville Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Piscataquis County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover-Foxcroft | 2,745 | $56,250 | 18.5% | $158,800 |
| Milo | 1,347 | $39,904 | 16.9% | $86,500 |
| Guilford | 626 | $45,735 | 14.7% | $151,100 |
| Brownville Junction | 524 | $61,875 | 20.2% | $82,700 |
Cities Similar to Greenville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hill | 841 | $51,932 | $125,000 | 22.0% | 13.9% |
| Kezar Falls | 819 | $58,083 | $234,100 | 20.0% | 6.5% |
| Blue Hill | 799 | N/A | $384,800 | 58.1% | 12.2% |
| Bradley | 845 | $62,813 | $168,900 | 20.9% | 7.7% |
| Bowdoinham | 766 | N/A | $419,400 | 65.2% | 21.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 840, Greenville'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
Greenville is a small community located in Maine, within Piscataquis County. The total population is 840. It ranks as the 114th most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Greenville is 60.6 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 44.8 years. Only 7.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 19.5% 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 Greenville is $55,583. This is 26% lower than the state median of $74,733. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 88% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $216,500. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $296,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Greenville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.2%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
21.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Greenville, 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 Greenville, Maine?
Greenville, Maine has a population of 840 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Greenville, ME?
The median household income in Greenville is $55,583, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Greenville, ME?
The poverty rate in Greenville is 11.4%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Greenville, Maine?
Greenville's population is 93.7% White, 0.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Greenville, ME?
The median home value in Greenville is $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Greenville, Maine?
21.1% of adults (25+) in Greenville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.