Winthrop CDP, Maine Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Winthrop CDP, Maine Demographics
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As of 2026, Winthrop CDP, Maine has a total population of 2,666, the 53rd largest city in Maine, with a median household income of $54,612, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.9%.

Winthrop CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,666

Median Household Income $54,612

Median Home Value $240,700

Poverty Rate 24.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 40.1 years

Homeownership Rate 82.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.4%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 2,666 53rd of 155

Median Income $54,612 average

Poverty Rate 24.9% 100% higher national

Median Home Value $240,700 above average

How Winthrop CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Winthrop CDP

$54,612

$71,773

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Winthrop CDP

$240,700

$266,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.4%

$25K-$50K 36.8%

$50K-$100K 35.7%

$100K+ 22.1%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9% | National: 5.2%

61.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.2%

Renter 17.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.5%

18-34

14.6%

35-54

26.1%

55-74

27.3%

75+

3.5%

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+)

Winthrop CDP Rankings in Maine

#53 Population of 155

#83 Median Income of 155

#59 Education of 155

#61 Home Value of 155

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Cities Similar to Winthrop CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
South Paris CDP	2,570	$56,823	$186,300	17.4%	29.4%
Dover-Foxcroft CDP	2,758	$51,919	$137,500	30.9%	20.9%
Hallowell city	2,570	$58,811	$266,700	46.5%	12.0%
Oakland CDP	2,714	$44,846	$142,800	17.0%	17.2%
Fort Kent CDP	2,453	$58,750	$137,000	33.5%	9.3%

Population Overview

Winthrop CDP is a small community located in Maine. The total population is 2,666. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 155 cities and towns in Maine.

Age Demographics

The median age in Winthrop CDP is 40.1 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 44.8 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, Winthrop CDP has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Winthrop CDP is $54,612. This is 24% lower than the state median of $71,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 24.9%. This is 131% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $240,700. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $266,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 74.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Winthrop CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.7%.

Education

34.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 97.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Winthrop 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 Winthrop CDP, Maine?

Winthrop CDP, Maine has a population of 2,666 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Winthrop CDP is $54,612, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Winthrop CDP, ME?

The poverty rate in Winthrop CDP is 24.9%. This means approximately 645 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Winthrop CDP, Maine?

Winthrop CDP's population is 90.7% White, 1.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Winthrop CDP is $240,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Winthrop CDP, Maine?

34.4% of adults (25+) in Winthrop CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.