Biddeford

York County, Maine

Population 217K |Median income $88,333 |1 hospital

Population

216,731

York County

Median Income

$88,333

+30% vs avg

Median Home Value

$395,700

+74% vs avg

Median Age

45.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

217K+9%

Median Income

$88,333+54%

Median Home Value

$395,700+74%

Poverty Rate

7.7%-19%

Unemployment

3.4%-52%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Poverty Rate

7.7% -46% vs avg

Unemployment 3.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 36.2%

Work From Home 16.8%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 90.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 5%

African American 1.1%

Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

35.3%

Obesity

33.1%

Short Sleep Duration

30.7%

Physical Inactivity

21.3%

Binge Drinking

16.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.9%

Current Smoking

13.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.1%

Current Asthma

12.7%

Diabetes

10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.9%

Dental Visit 65.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

YORK HOSPITAL

YORK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Biddeford Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m 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 Warnings high

Flood Watch Issued for Cape York Peninsula and North Tropical Coast Following Tropical Cyclone Narelle

BOM · 2h ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Biddeford, ME? ▼

Biddeford, ME has a population of 216,731 people, located in York County, Maine.

What is the median household income in Biddeford? ▼

The median household income in Biddeford, ME is $88,333 per year. The poverty rate is 7.7%.

What is the median home value in Biddeford? ▼

The median home value in Biddeford, ME is $395,700. Median rent is $1,339/month.

What are the top health concerns in Biddeford? ▼

The top health indicators in Biddeford include High Blood Pressure (35.3%), Obesity (33.1%), Short Sleep Duration (30.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Biddeford? ▼

Biddeford has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Biddeford? ▼

The median age in Biddeford, ME is 45.3 years. 36.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Biddeford, ME is located in York County, Maine. With a population of 217K and a median household income of $88,333, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Biddeford 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 (York 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.