Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.7% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 139 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,106 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 3,755 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 3,602 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,403 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,697 (39.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,980 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $317,047 ▲ 14% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,090/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 24,428 |
| Vacant Units | 6,449 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Knox County is located in Maine and encompasses 20 ZIP codes spanning 20 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 40,860 residents. With a median age of 49.09, it is a mature county.
Knox County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,979 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Knox County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $317,047 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,089. Homeownership rates are high at 79.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Knox County are primarily White (94.06%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Knox County, ME is a solidly middle-class area in Maine. The 20 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04843 | Camden | 5,243 | $82,841 | $486,300 | $1,125 | 7.3% | 69.8% |
| 04563 | Cushing | 1,407 | $68,345 | $370,800 | $1,418 | 3.3% | 42.8% |
| 04547 | Friendship | 1,276 | $66,618 | $265,300 | $1,235 | 2.1% | 46.9% |
| 04847 | Hope | 1,711 | $83,462 | $301,500 | $1,122 | 2.6% | 55.2% |
| 04851 | Matinicus | 85 | $47,292 | $425,000 | — | 0.0% | 48.7% |
| 04853 | North Haven | 488 | $93,667 | $404,700 | $1,188 | 0.4% | 61.0% |
| 04854 | Owls Head | 1,375 | $82,250 | $331,500 | $1,042 | 5.5% | 44.9% |
| 04855 | Port Clyde | 316 | $250,001 | $359,400 | — | 0.0% | 86.1% |
| 04841 | Rockland | 6,991 | $55,276 | $234,400 | $986 | 5.7% | 42.9% |
| 04856 | Rockport | 3,663 | $93,169 | $415,100 | $1,175 | 7.5% | 58.8% |
| 04858 | South Thomaston | 1,400 | $80,938 | $305,200 | $1,063 | 0.0% | 49.7% |
| 04859 | Spruce Head | 810 | $77,708 | $744,000 | — | 0.0% | 42.1% |
| 04860 | Tenants Harbor | 1,506 | $72,112 | $310,000 | $1,556 | 2.0% | 47.2% |
| 04861 | Thomaston | 2,761 | $53,775 | $260,100 | $891 | 3.5% | 34.8% |
| 04862 | Union | 4,195 | $71,546 | $236,700 | $1,067 | 2.5% | 48.2% |
| 04863 | Vinalhaven | 1,063 | $72,262 | $435,500 | $1,038 | 2.5% | 55.0% |
| 04864 | Warren | 4,893 | $77,321 | $215,500 | $1,058 | 0.6% | 28.6% |
| 04574 | Washington | 1,618 | $63,036 | $186,800 | $923 | 1.3% | 34.5% |