Oakland CDP, Maine Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Oakland CDP, Maine Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Oakland CDP, Maine has a total population of 2,714, the 52nd largest city in Maine, with a median household income of $44,846, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.

Oakland CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,714

Median Household Income $44,846

Median Home Value $142,800

Poverty Rate 17.2%

Unemployment Rate 1.4%

Median Age 41.8 years

Homeownership Rate 70.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.0%

High School Graduation Rate 95.3%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 2,714 52nd of 155

Median Income $44,846 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 17.2% 38% higher national

Median Home Value $142,800 bottom 30%

How Oakland CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Oakland CDP

$44,846

$71,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Oakland CDP

$142,800

$266,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.7%

$25K-$50K 28.7%

$50K-$100K 36.3%

$100K+ 12.3%

Employment

1.4% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9% | National: 5.2%

52.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.4%

Renter 29.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.0%

18-34

17.5%

35-54

30.2%

55-74

18.4%

75+

8.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 17 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Oakland CDP Rankings in Maine

#52 Population of 155

#117 Median Income of 155

#121 Education of 155

#111 Home Value of 155

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Cities Similar to Oakland CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Madison CDP	2,552	$43,095	$70,800	11.6%	18.6%
Dover-Foxcroft CDP	2,758	$51,919	$137,500	30.9%	20.9%
Madawaska CDP	2,960	$42,708	$157,400	21.8%	18.9%
Winthrop CDP	2,666	$54,612	$240,700	34.4%	24.9%
Calais city	3,087	$48,654	$111,800	26.1%	22.2%

Population Overview

Oakland CDP is a small community located in Maine. The total population is 2,714. It ranks as the 52nd most populous out of 155 cities and towns in Maine.

Age Demographics

The median age in Oakland CDP is 41.8 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 44.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Oakland CDP is $44,846. This is 38% lower than the state median of $71,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 60% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $142,800. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $266,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 74.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Oakland CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.8% vs 1.1%).

Education

17.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% lower 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 95.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Oakland CDP, Maine is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Oakland CDP, Maine?

Oakland CDP, Maine has a population of 2,714 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Oakland CDP, ME?

The median household income in Oakland CDP is $44,846, which is 43% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Oakland CDP, ME?

The poverty rate in Oakland CDP is 17.2%. This means approximately 464 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Oakland CDP, Maine?

Oakland CDP's population is 90.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Oakland CDP, ME?

The median home value in Oakland CDP is $142,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Oakland CDP, Maine?

17.0% of adults (25+) in Oakland CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.