Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 25.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -26.68 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 73.7% ▲ 90% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 46% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 641 (15.8%) |
| Some College | 92 (2.3%) |
| Associates | 575 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 291 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,464 (60.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,893 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $217,800 ▼ 22% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,146/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,759 |
| Vacant Units | 281 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Orono is a city in Maine, located in Penobscot County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 11,693 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 25.74 years.
Economically, Orono is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $58,893 is below the national average. Approximately 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 7.1%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Orono is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $217,800, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,146 per month.
The population of Orono is highly educated. 73.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — significantly above the national average. The community is primarily White (86.36%).
Orono, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04473 | 8,383 | $58,893 | $217,800 | $1,146 | 5.5% | 67.6% | 49.1% |