Bangor

Penobscot County, Maine

Population 155K |Median income $66,356 |6 hospitals

Population

154,710

Penobscot County

Median Income

$66,356

Near average

Median Home Value

$214,100

-6% vs avg

Median Age

42.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

155K+1%

Median Income

$66,356+52%

Median Home Value

$214,100+55%

Poverty Rate

14.1%-17%

Unemployment

3.6%-56%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,041/mo

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Unemployment 3.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 30.1%

Work From Home 11.3%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 91.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%

African American 1.2%

Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38%

High Blood Pressure

37.2%

Short Sleep Duration

34.9%

Physical Inactivity

26.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.4%

Binge Drinking

15.9%

Current Smoking

15.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.5%

Current Asthma

13.3%

Diabetes

11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.8%

Dental Visit 60.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.7%

Stroke

3.6%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3.7/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NORTHERN LIGHT EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER

BANGOR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

MILLINOCKET REGIONAL HOSPITAL

MILLINOCKET · Critical Access Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL

BANGOR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Bangor Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago

Earthquakes

M 3.2 Earthquake Strikes Near Alberto Oviedo Mota, Baja California

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Sacramento, CA Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bangor, ME? ▼

Bangor, ME has a population of 154,710 people, located in Penobscot County, Maine.

What is the median household income in Bangor? ▼

The median household income in Bangor, ME is $66,356 per year. The poverty rate is 14.1%.

What is the median home value in Bangor? ▼

The median home value in Bangor, ME is $214,100. Median rent is $1,041/month.

What are the top health concerns in Bangor? ▼

The top health indicators in Bangor include Obesity (38%), High Blood Pressure (37.2%), Short Sleep Duration (34.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Bangor? ▼

Bangor has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Bangor? ▼

The median age in Bangor, ME is 42.5 years. 30.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bangor, ME is located in Penobscot County, Maine. With a population of 155K and a median household income of $66,356, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bangor area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Penobscot County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.