Cape Elizabeth town, Maine
Cape Elizabeth town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cape Elizabeth town is a geographic entity located in Cumberland County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,827. The land area covers 14.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 9,827 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,732 | ±242 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,981 | ±270 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,732 | ±242 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 249 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $731,600 | ±$53,273 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,185 | ±$275 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $145,821 | ±$8,378 |
| Per Capita Income | $77,799 | ±$8,848 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 494 | ±291 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,687 | ±382 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.7% | ±9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 9,688 (2024)
ID: 208210
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN MANAGER
PO BOX 6260, CAPE ELIZABETH ME 04107-0060
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GUS Population: 313,809 (2024)
ID: 166151
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
142 FEDERAL ST, STE 1, PORTLAND ME 04101-4151
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Cape Elizabeth | 09-12 | Cape Elizabeth, ME | |
| Regular School Cape Elizabeth | 05-08 | Cape Elizabeth, ME | |
| Regular School Cape Elizabeth | PK-04 | Cape Elizabeth, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Portland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | South Portland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Portland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-07 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Biddeford, ME |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southern Maine Community College
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College | 5.6 mi away | 2 Fort Road, South Portland, ME, 04106-1698 |
2077415500
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THOMAS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 6 SCOTT DYER RD., CAPE ELIZABETH, ME, 04107 |
(207) 799-1720
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Northeast Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 6.3 mi away | 51 US RT 1 Suite K, Scarborough, ME, 04074-0000 |
2078835130
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SOUTH PORTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 482 BROADWAY, SOUTH PORTLAND, ME, 04106 |
(207) 767-7660
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Maine College of Art & Design
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College | 6.8 mi away | 522 Congress St., Portland, ME, 04101-3494 |
2076695043
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PORTLAND - PEAKS ISLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 129 ISLAND AVENUE, PEAKS ISLAND, ME, 04108 |
(207) 766-5540
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Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts
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College | 6.9 mi away | 96 India Street, Portland, ME, 04101-0000 |
2077718887
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SOUTH PORTLAND - MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 155 WESCOTT ROAD, SOUTH PORTLAND, ME, 04106 |
(207) 775-1835
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University of Southern Maine
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College | 7.5 mi away | 96 Falmouth St, Portland, ME, 04103 |
2077804141
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PORTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 5 MONUMENT SQUARE, PORTLAND, ME, 04101 |
(207) 871-1700
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PORTLAND INTL JETPORT, ME US, located 7.5 miles from Cape Elizabeth town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.4° | 15.6° | 24.0° | 3.50" | 18.6" |
| February | 35.0° | 17.3° | 26.2° | 3.54" | 16.6" |
| March | 42.3° | 26.0° | 34.1° | 4.08" | 13.6" |
| April | 53.8° | 35.4° | 44.6° | 4.41" | 2.8" |
| May | 64.2° | 45.5° | 54.9° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.6° | 55.0° | 64.3° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.5° | 61.2° | 70.4° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 59.7° | 69.2° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.1° | 52.1° | 61.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.5° | 41.0° | 50.3° | 5.25" | 0.2" |
| November | 48.4° | 31.7° | 40.0° | 4.25" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.3° | 22.4° | 30.3° | 4.50" | 14.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| South Portland city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Oak Hill CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Old Orchard Beach CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Dunstan CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2300510180. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.