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Median Age
50 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
28%
Cape Elizabeth
Cape Elizabeth, ME Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,121
Population
9,729
Renter Mix
13% Rent
The coastal scenes of Cape Elizabeth have to be seen to be believed
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The Cumberland County town of Cape Elizabeth, Maine is like something out of a painting. Incorporated in November of 1765, the town is most famous for Portland Head Light, an iconic lighthouse set on the northeast edge of the picturesque coast. Cape Elizabeth is rich in history, but these days it’s a popular spot for retirees or anyone looking to relax in a gorgeous New England locale.
Incredible homes dot the landscape, but there are charming apartments as well that can fit nearly any budget. Cape Elizabeth is just across the harbor from Portland, meaning the amenities and conveniences of the waterfront city are only minutes away.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$139,649
Average: $169,349
Education
5,556
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,352
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Cape Elizabeth has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
13%
Non-Renters
87%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
54%
Other Education
46%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Cape Elizabeth, ME is $2,092 for a studio, $2,121 for one bedroom, and $2,450 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cape Elizabeth has decreased by -5.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,121/month
624 Sq Ft
House
$15,941/month
2,262 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cape Elizabeth, ME is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
557 Students
Public
Grades K-8
434 Students
Public
Grades K-8
434 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
518 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Crescent Beach State Park
- Two Lights State Park
- Portland Head Light and Museum
- Portland Harbor Museum
- Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
Airports
- Portland International Jetport
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.