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An honest guide to Gorham: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.

Cumberland County
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17,000
Population
Maine
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A growing suburban town home to the University of Southern Maine and excellent schools.

🌲 Did you know? Gorham hosts the Gorham Savings Bank Arena, a major regional events venue.

By the numbers

Cost of Living in Gorham, Maine (2026)

As of September 2026, the typical home in Gorham is worth about $539,000 β€” about 47% above the U.S. average of $366,000, rent runs about $2,210 a month, the median household income is $125,058.

Typical home value $539,000 Zillow, September 2026
vs. U.S. typical home +47% $366,000
Median rent (monthly) $2,210 Zillow, September 2026
Median household income $125,058 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Population 7,365 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)

Sources: Zillow, September 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.

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How much does a house cost in Gorham, Maine?

The typical home value in Gorham is about $539,000 as of September 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 47% above the U.S. average of $366,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

How much is rent in Gorham, Maine?

Typical rent in Gorham runs about $2,210 a month as of September 2026 (Zillow). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.

What is the median household income in Gorham, Maine?

The median household income in Gorham is about $125,058, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

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Essential services in Gorham

πŸ›’ Grocery & Food Essential
πŸ₯ Doctors & Dentists Essential
Elevate Physical Therapy LLC β˜… 5.0
(207) 222-8055
Back In Motion Physical Therapy - Gorham β˜… 5.0
(207) 955-2933
Village Physical Therapy β˜… 5.0
(207) 839-9090
Maine Optometry - Gorham β˜… 4.9
(207) 389-3525
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πŸ”§ Plumbers Essential
⚑ Electricians Essential
🌑️ Heating & Cooling Essential
Southern Maine Mechanical β˜… 5.0
(207) 560-7890
Patriot Mechanical β˜… 5.0
(207) 839-9500
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πŸ”₯ Firewood & Pellets Essential
πŸš— Auto Repair
🐾 Veterinarians
🍽️ Restaurants
The Blue Pig Diner β˜… 4.7
(207) 839-9744
Azul Tequila β˜… 4.5
(207) 222-2008
Gorham House of Pizza
(207) 839-2504
Amato's
(207) 839-2511
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πŸ“‘ Internet & TV Essential
βš“ Marine & Boating
πŸŽ‰ Event Venues
🎡 Music and Performing Arts

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