Hancock County, Maine Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hancock County is located in Maine with a total population of 56,084. It is the 8th most populous county out of 16 in Maine. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hancock County is 49.1 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 44.8 years. 10.1% 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 Hancock County is $69,630. This is 3% lower than the state median of $71,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $278,400. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $266,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 74.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hancock County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%.

Education

39.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 35.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.0%.