Richmond, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Richmond, Maine had a total population of 2,089, the 65th largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $73,014, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Richmond Quick Facts
How Richmond 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 | 1,946 | 2,089 | +7.3% |
| Median household income | $72,036 | $73,014 | +1.4% |
| Median home value | $221,600 | $221,100 | -0.2% |
How Richmond 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+)
Richmond Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Sagadahoc County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath | 8,815 | $69,390 | 12.4% | $310,900 |
| Topsham | 7,271 | $100,024 | 5.7% | $388,500 |
| Bowdoinham | 766 | N/A | 21.8% | $419,400 |
Cities Similar to Richmond
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmingdale | 2,064 | $62,006 | $239,200 | 50.4% | 16.8% |
| Berwick | 1,998 | $81,406 | $323,300 | 35.4% | 5.3% |
| Bar Harbor | 2,296 | $67,701 | $626,900 | 63.4% | 14.4% |
| Veazie | 1,847 | $78,229 | $293,100 | 46.9% | 7.5% |
| Milford | 2,269 | $85,052 | $154,900 | 14.6% | 0.0% |
Population Overview
Richmond is a small community located in Maine, within Sagadahoc County. The total population is 2,089. It ranks as the 65th most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Richmond is 34.3 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 44.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Richmond is $73,014. This is 2% lower than the state median of $74,733. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $221,100. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $296,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 54.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 74.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Richmond has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.0% of all residents.
Education
34.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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 97.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Richmond, 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 Richmond, Maine?
Richmond, Maine has a population of 2,089 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Richmond, ME?
The median household income in Richmond is $73,014, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Richmond, ME?
The poverty rate in Richmond is 7.1%. This means approximately 148 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Richmond, Maine?
Richmond's population is 99.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Richmond, ME?
The median home value in Richmond is $221,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Richmond, Maine?
34.8% of adults (25+) in Richmond hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.