Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.9% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 214 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,075 (23.2%) |
| Some College | 3,968 (13%) |
| Associates | 4,315 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,887 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,016 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,136 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $229,600 ▼ 18% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,048/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,932 |
| Vacant Units | 1,842 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bangor is a city in Maine, located in Penobscot County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 44,418 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 40.8 years.
Economically, Bangor is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $66,136 is near the national average. Approximately 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, below the national average.
The real estate market in Bangor is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $229,600, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,048 per month.
The population of Bangor is well-educated. 48.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is primarily White (88.01%).
Bangor, ME offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Maine. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04401 | 44,418 | $66,136 | $229,600 | $1,048 | 3.3% | 48.9% | 54.8% |