Lewiston is home to roughly 37,886 residents. Lewiston sits in Androscoggin County. The median age is 37.8 and the median household income is $56,558. Homes carry a median value of $214,200, and about 50% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (80.1%). Around 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 21 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Lewiston — frequently asked
What is the population of Lewiston, Maine?
Lewiston has a population of about 37,886, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Lewiston?
The median home value in Lewiston is $214,200, and the median gross rent is $954/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Lewiston safe? What is the crime rate?
Lewiston Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 321 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Lewiston face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Androscoggin County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including winter weather, ice storm, drought.
How many schools are in Lewiston?
Lewiston has 9 public schools (6 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Lewiston?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Lewiston. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.