Presque Isle, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Presque Isle, Maine had a total population of 8,736, the 17th largest city in Maine, with a median household income of $55,768, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Presque Isle Quick Facts
How Presque Isle 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 | 8,736 | 8,736 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $57,396 | $55,768 | -2.8% |
| Median home value | $142,400 | $147,200 | +3.4% |
How Presque Isle 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+)
Presque Isle Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Aroostook County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribou | 7,382 | $53,709 | 15.5% | $134,100 |
| Houlton | 5,082 | $59,236 | 17.4% | $129,600 |
| Madawaska | 3,022 | $55,666 | 15.2% | $158,300 |
| Fort Kent | 2,398 | $50,513 | 11.9% | $152,900 |
| Van Buren | 1,634 | $38,851 | 24.2% | $97,900 |
| Fort Fairfield | 1,533 | $56,452 | 10.7% | $158,300 |
| Limestone | 1,079 | $52,607 | 13.8% | $97,100 |
| Washburn | 888 | $49,250 | 12.0% | $99,300 |
| Mars Hill | 841 | $51,932 | 13.9% | $125,000 |
| Mapleton | 705 | $81,146 | 12.2% | $137,900 |
Cities Similar to Presque Isle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Orchard Beach | 9,244 | $60,050 | $366,600 | 42.8% | 14.9% |
| Bath | 8,815 | $69,390 | $310,900 | 42.5% | 12.4% |
| Ellsworth | 8,657 | $77,375 | $242,300 | 39.3% | 9.3% |
| Caribou | 7,382 | $53,709 | $134,100 | 28.8% | 15.5% |
| Brewer | 9,652 | $66,613 | $245,300 | 35.0% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
Presque Isle is a small city located in Maine, within Aroostook County. The total population is 8,736. It ranks as the 17th most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Presque Isle is 44.1 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 44.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Presque Isle is $55,768. This is 25% 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 15.5%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $147,200. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $296,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Presque Isle is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 74.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Presque Isle has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.7%.
Education
26.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 93.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Presque Isle, 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 Presque Isle, Maine?
Presque Isle, Maine has a population of 8,736 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Presque Isle, ME?
The median household income in Presque Isle is $55,768, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Presque Isle, ME?
The poverty rate in Presque Isle is 15.5%. This means approximately 1,304 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Presque Isle, Maine?
Presque Isle's population is 90.1% White, 1.7% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Presque Isle, ME?
The median home value in Presque Isle is $147,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Presque Isle, Maine?
26.2% of adults (25+) in Presque Isle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.