Westbrook, Maine

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
20,339
Population
$81,198
Median Income
$300,400
Home Value
37.7
Median Age

Demographics

Westbrook has a population of 20,339 with a median age of 37.7. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
86.0%
Other
4.6%
Black
4.3%
Asian
3.2%
Hispanic
1.9%
Demographic Value
Total Population20,339
Median Age37.7
White86.0%
Black or African American4.3%
Asian3.2%
Hispanic or Latino1.9%
Other / Two or More Races4.6%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Westbrook is $81,198, which is 8.0% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $40,736. The poverty rate is 9.3%.

$81,198
Median Household Income
$40,736
Per Capita Income
9.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Westbrook is 2.9%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Westbrook, 96.1% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 38.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
96.1%
Bachelor's+
38.4%
Graduate+
12.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher96.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher38.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree12.3%

Housing

The median home value in Westbrook is $300,400, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,302. The homeownership rate is 63.7%.

$300,400
Median Home Value
$1,302/mo
Median Rent
63.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$300,400
Median Monthly Rent$1,302
Homeownership Rate63.7%
Vacancy Rate6.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Westbrook, Maine?
The population of Westbrook, Maine is 20,339 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Westbrook, Maine?
The median household income in Westbrook, Maine is $81,198. This is 8.0% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Westbrook, Maine?
The median home value in Westbrook, Maine is $300,400. The median monthly rent is $1,302.
What percentage of people in Westbrook have a college degree?
In Westbrook, Maine, 38.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 96.1% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Westbrook, Maine an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Westbrook, Maine is 3.7x (median home value $300,400 vs. median income $81,198), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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