Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 16.5% ▲ 65% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 530 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,119 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 4,148 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 2,524 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,745 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,241 (22.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,558 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $214,200 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $954/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,852 |
| Vacant Units | 1,099 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lewiston is a city in Maine, located in Androscoggin County. The city spans 3 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 37,886 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 37.8 years.
Economically, Lewiston is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $56,558 is below the national average. Approximately 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Lewiston is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $214,200, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $954 per month.
The population of Lewiston is moderately educated. 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (80.06%).
Lewiston, ME offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Maine. Spread across 3 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04240 | 37,886 | $56,558 | $214,200 | $954 | 4.9% | 34.3% | 50.4% |