Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
19%
Westbrook, ME
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,193
Population
20,248
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Bask in suburban comforts on the cusp of Portland
Suburban
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Growing
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Convenient
Situated about seven miles northwest of Portland, Westbrook offers residents the comfort of a small town with access to the many amenities of a big city. The Presumpscot River flows through the center of Westbrook, providing abundant opportunities for riverside recreation like hiking, kayaking, and fishing. Additional options for recreational activities are available throughout Westbrook’s numerous parks and golf courses as well.
Westbrook’s quaint downtown area is filled with unique restaurants, shops, and markets in addition to several business offices. The Maine Mall is just outside the city’s borders, offering an array of diverse retail delights. Close proximity to I-95, U.S. 302, and Portland International Airport makes getting around from Westbrook simple.
Explore the City
Riverbank Park in Westbrook is a great place for a relaxing stroll.
Local folks take a stroll in Westbrook.
Blacks Bridge in Westbrook spans over the mighty Presumpscot River.
Get exercise with your best friend at Westbrook Dog Park.
Get in a good hike at Mill Brook Preserve in Prides Corner.
Get your swing on at Sunset Ridge Driving Range in Prides Corner.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$72,682
Average: $84,184
Education
6,676
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,641
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Westbrook has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Westbrook, ME is $2,198 for one bedroom, $2,593 for two bedrooms, and $2,895 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westbrook has increased by 8.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,198/month
693 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Westbrook, ME is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
732 Students
Oxford-Cumberland Canal School
Public
Grades PK-5
186 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
289 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
417 Students
Public
Grades K-8
732 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
711 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mayor Baxter Woods
- Southworth Planetarium
- Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
- Portland Observatory
- Gilsland Farm Audubon Center
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 June 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.