Metro areas in Maine: income, rent and home values
Maine has 3 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Portland, ME with 577,635 residents. Household incomes are highest in Portland, ME ($99,829). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Portland, ME (29.1%) and the largest in Lewiston, ME (36.1%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Lewiston, ME (+4.9%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 577,635 | $99,829 | $1,665 | $506,800 | 29.1% |
| Bangor, ME | 157,967 | $76,490 | $1,230 | $281,500 | 32.9% |
| Lewiston, ME | 116,487 | $72,366 | $1,206 | $321,900 | 36.1% |
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Maine at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Maine for renters?+
Portland, ME, where renters spend a median 29.1% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Maine has the highest income?+
Portland, ME, with a median household income of $99,829 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Maine?+
3 metropolitan statistical areas in Maine have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.