Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
45-54 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
22%
Yarmouth, ME Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,996
Population
6,456
Renter Mix
33% Rent
Upscale coastal town known for education and luxurious amenities
Coastal
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Quiet
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Great Schools
Yarmouth is a suburban coastal town nestled along the Royal River. The community is close-knit, filled with some of the most luxurious, upscale neighborhoods in New England. Yarmouth has some of the best schools in Maine and New England, including North Yarmouth Academy, one of the region’s premier private schools. Yarmouth has bustling commerce with multiple nationally ranked businesses.
Residents take full advantage of Yarmouth’s waterfront allure. The area is a popular spot for boaters with two full time marinas along the Royal River. You can also find locals enjoying the 22-acre Royal River Park featuring scenic vistas, dazzling waterfalls, and a paved walkway. After you’ve enjoyed a great day outdoors, indulge in one of Yarmouth’s mouth-watering restaurants showcasing fresh seafood or farm to table cuisines by some of the top chefs in Maine.
Yarmouth is mostly quiet and peaceful for the majority of the year but the city does get busy for its biggest event of the year: Yarmouth Clam Festival. This three-day annual event includes a clam shucking contest, pie eating contest, carnival, parade, music, and more. The town also have a lively arts scene with the Yarmouth Arts Alliance hosting gallery shows, classes, and fundraisers throughout the year. If you’re looking to enjoy even more of the New England lifestyle, Yarmouth is only 15 minutes away from Portland.
Explore the City
Yarmouth's streets are alive with events that showcase the town's spirit.
Some homes have converted to businesses on Main Street of Yarmouth.
Enjoy scenic water views at Winslow Memorial Park.
The Rapids of Royal River Park are located in North Yarmouth.
Yarmouth's atmosphere is a perfect blend of serenity and vibrancy.
Small businesses fill the storefronts in Yarmouth.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$87,622
Average: $120,793
Education
2,888
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,511
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Yarmouth has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
41%
Other Education
59%
Rent Trends
As of August 2026, the average apartment rent in Yarmouth, ME is $1,780 for a studio, $1,990 for one bedroom, $2,389 for two bedrooms, and $2,768 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Yarmouth has increased by 3.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,990/month
747 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Yarmouth, ME is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
476 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
246 Students
Frank H Harrison Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
380 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
554 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Latchstring Park
- Memorial Green
- Royal River Park
- Beth Condon Memorial Pathway
- Grist Mill Park
Transit / Subway
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.