Winterport, Maine Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Winterport, Maine had a total population of 1,057, the 101st largest community in Maine, with a median household income of $75,694, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Winterport Quick Facts
How Winterport 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 | 1,043 | 1,057 | +1.3% |
| Median household income | $72,708 | $75,694 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $237,900 | $302,800 | +27.3% |
How Winterport 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+)
Winterport Rankings in Maine
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Other Cities in Waldo County
Cities Similar to Winterport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish | 1,024 | $68,686 | N/A | 16.1% | 8.3% |
| Damariscotta | 1,100 | $67,647 | $419,100 | 49.2% | 15.7% |
| Oxford | 1,106 | $56,111 | $183,400 | 26.8% | 25.9% |
| Chisholm | 988 | $57,826 | $146,900 | 33.2% | 15.5% |
| Limestone | 1,079 | $52,607 | $97,100 | 18.6% | 13.8% |
Population Overview
Winterport is a small community located in Maine, within Waldo County. The total population is 1,057. It ranks as the 101st most populous out of 155 Census-designated places in Maine.
Age Demographics
The median age in Winterport is 38.2 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 44.8 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.3% 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 Winterport is $75,694. This is 1% higher than the state median of $74,733. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $302,800. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $296,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Winterport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.2%.
Education
45.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% higher 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 90.2%. Notably, 23.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Winterport, 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 Winterport, Maine?
Winterport, Maine has a population of 1,057 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Winterport, ME?
The median household income in Winterport is $75,694, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Winterport, ME?
The poverty rate in Winterport is 9.0%. This means approximately 95 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Winterport, Maine?
Winterport's population is 94.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Winterport, ME?
The median home value in Winterport is $302,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Winterport, Maine?
45.2% of adults (25+) in Winterport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.