Ellsworth city, Maine
Ellsworth city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ellsworth city is a geographic entity located in Hancock County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,862. The land area covers 79.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 8,862 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,731 | ±246 | 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 | 5,044 | ±238 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,731 | ±246 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,313 | ±243 |
| Median Home Value | $242,300 | ±$22,487 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,017 | ±$195 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,375 | ±$17,844 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,887 | ±$3,690 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 776 | ±275 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,235 | ±390 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.3% | ±2.6% |
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: 8,822 (2024)
ID: 105830
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADM ASST TO CITY MGR
1 CITY HALL PLZ, ELLSWORTH ME 04605-1935
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GUS Population: 56,946 (2024)
ID: 183964
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK CFO
50 STATE STREET, SUITE 7, ELLSWORTH ME 04605
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Ellsworth | PK-08 | Ellsworth, ME | |
| Regular School Ellsworth | 09-12 | Ellsworth, ME | |
| Career and Technical School Ellsworth | N | Ellsworth, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Otis, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Blue Hill, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Brewer, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brewer, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Brooksville, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bucksport, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bucksport, ME |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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NORTHERN LIGHT MAINE COAST HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 50 UNION STREET, ELLSWORTH, ME, 04605 |
(207) 667-5311
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College of the Atlantic
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College | 18.2 mi away | 105 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 |
2072885015
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ELLSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 20 STATE STREET, ELLSWORTH, ME, 04605 |
(207) 667-6363
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Beal University
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College | 20.6 mi away | 99 Farm Road, Bangor, ME, 04401 |
2079474591
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EAST BLUE HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 9 CURTIS COVE ROAD, EAST BLUE HILL, ME, 04629 |
(207) 374-5577
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Maine Maritime Academy
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College | 20.8 mi away | 1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME, 04420-0001 |
8004646565
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FRANKLIN LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 13 MAIN STREET, FRANKLIN, ME, 04634 |
(207) 565-5054
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Eastern Maine Community College
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College | 21.2 mi away | 354 Hogan Rd, Bangor, ME, 04401 |
2079744600
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BLUE HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 5 PARKER POINT ROAD, BLUE HILL, ME, 04614 |
(207) 374-5515
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Empire Beauty School-Maine
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College Vocational | 22.2 mi away | 639 Broadway, Bangor, ME, 04401 |
8009204593
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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 E SURRY, ME US, located 6.3 miles from Ellsworth city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.5° | 10.6° | 20.1° | 4.07" | — |
| February | 32.3° | 12.0° | 22.2° | 3.58" | — |
| March | 40.2° | 21.8° | 31.0° | 4.20" | — |
| April | 51.5° | 31.8° | 41.7° | 4.26" | — |
| May | 63.0° | 41.9° | 52.5° | 3.71" | — |
| June | 71.1° | 51.3° | 61.2° | 4.48" | — |
| July | 77.4° | 57.4° | 67.4° | 3.10" | — |
| August | 77.0° | 56.4° | 66.7° | 3.14" | — |
| September | 69.3° | 49.2° | 59.3° | 3.92" | — |
| October | 57.3° | 38.1° | 47.7° | 5.06" | — |
| November | 46.1° | 28.8° | 37.4° | 4.89" | — |
| December | 35.5° | 19.0° | 27.3° | 4.97" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellsworth city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Blue Hill CDP | CDP | 13.7 mi | — |
| Bucksport CDP | CDP | 15.7 mi | — |
| Brewer city | City | 18.7 mi | — |
| Bar Harbor CDP | CDP | 19.2 mi | — |
| Winterport CDP | CDP | 19.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2300923200. • 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.