Westbrook city, Maine Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Westbrook city, Maine Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Westbrook city, Maine has a total population of 20,484, the 9th largest city in Maine, with a median household income of $85,868, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Westbrook city Quick Facts

Population 20,484

Median Household Income $85,868

Median Home Value $341,800

Poverty Rate 9.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.4%

Median Age 37.5 years

Homeownership Rate 64.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 39.8%

High School Graduation Rate 95.7%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 20,484 9th of 155

Median Income $85,868 top 20%

Poverty Rate 9.1% 27% lower national

Median Home Value $341,800 top 30%

How Westbrook city Compares

Median Household Income

Westbrook city

$85,868

$71,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Westbrook city

$341,800

$266,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.3%

$25K-$50K 20.3%

$50K-$100K 26.4%

$100K+ 43.1%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9% | National: 5.2%

71.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.3%

Renter 35.7%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.5%

18-34

26.9%

35-54

25.7%

55-74

21.5%

75+

7.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Westbrook city Rankings in Maine

#9 Population of 155

#25 Median Income of 155

#47 Education of 155

#37 Home Value of 155

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Other Cities in Cumberland County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Portland city	68,505	$76,174	11.3%	$452,600
South Portland city	26,780	$84,563	6.0%	$405,800

Cities Similar to Westbrook city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Saco city	20,636	$84,328	$370,300	40.5%	6.8%
Sanford city	22,095	$70,570	$257,200	23.6%	10.6%
Biddeford city	22,463	$69,794	$349,300	30.4%	15.3%
South Portland city	26,780	$84,563	$405,800	49.3%	6.0%
Auburn city	24,294	$66,552	$254,600	28.9%	12.6%

Population Overview

Westbrook city is a small city located in Maine, within Cumberland County. The total population is 20,484. It ranks as the 9th most populous out of 155 cities and towns in Maine.

Age Demographics

The median age in Westbrook city is 37.5 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 44.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Westbrook city is $85,868. This is 20% higher than the state median of $71,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $341,800. Housing costs are 28% higher than the state median of $266,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 64.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 74.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Westbrook city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (5.3% vs 1.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.5% vs 1.1%).

Education

39.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 95.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Westbrook city, 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 Westbrook city, Maine?

Westbrook city, Maine has a population of 20,484 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Westbrook city, ME?

The median household income in Westbrook city is $85,868, which is 9% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Westbrook city, ME?

The poverty rate in Westbrook city is 9.1%. This means approximately 1,844 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Westbrook city, Maine?

Westbrook city's population is 81.3% White, 5.3% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Westbrook city, ME?

The median home value in Westbrook city is $341,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Westbrook city, Maine?

39.8% of adults (25+) in Westbrook city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.