Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.0% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,880 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 826 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 1,026 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 941 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,016 (30%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,490 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $218,100 ▼ 22% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $984/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,565 |
| Vacant Units | 125 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Brewer is a city in Maine, located in Penobscot County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 9,654 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 40.6 years.
Economically, Brewer is a working-class community. The median household income of $51,490 is below the national average. Approximately 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, well below the national average.
The real estate market in Brewer is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $218,100, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $984 per month.
The population of Brewer is well-educated. 44.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (91.94%).
Brewer, ME offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Maine.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04412 | 9,654 | $51,490 | $218,100 | $984 | 2.2% | 44.0% | 56.0% |