Freeport Public RecordsMaine

As of 2022, Freeport city in Cumberland County, Maine, has a population of approximately 8,525. The median age is around 47.3 years. Gender distribution is close, with about 51% female and 49% male residents. Racially, Freeport is predominantly White (over 94%), with small proportions of Asian (1.3%), Black or African American (0.7%), Native American (0.3%), and Hispanic or Latino residents (1.2%). The community is largely homogeneous, reflecting minimal racial and ethnic diversity.

Freeport, Cumberland, ME, features a homeownership rate of about 78%, with median home values around $450,000 as of 2023. Median gross rents average $1,350 per month. Housing types range from historic Colonials in downtown, to modern single-family homes and coastal cottages, notably in neighborhoods like South Freeport and Mast Landing. Property values have risen over 35% in the past five years. The property tax rate is approximately $16.32 per $1,000 of assessed value. The stable market, with low vacancy rates, reflects high demand and strong community appeal.

Freeport city, Cumberland, ME, has three public schools: Morse Street (K-2), Freeport Middle (6-8), and Freeport High (9-12), serving about 1,000 students. Freeport High School boasts a graduation rate above 90% and ranks in Maine’s top 20 high schools (U.S. News, 2023). Over 50% of residents aged 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree. School safety scores are above state averages, and the district offers Advanced Placement, gifted programs, and adult education courses through RSU5 Community Programs, enrolling over 500 adults annually.

Transportation in Freeport, Cumberland, ME, is primarily car-dependent, with around 81% of workers driving alone to work, while public transit use remains low at under 1%. The average commute time is approximately 24 minutes (U.S. Census Bureau, 2022). Freeport’s transportation infrastructure includes access to U.S. Route 1, Interstate 295, and the Amtrak Downeaster rail service, though daily rail commuters are few. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 93% of households owning at least one car. Major employment hubs include downtown Freeport’s retail/LL Bean headquarters, and local service industries.

Freeport, Cumberland County, ME, lacks major hospitals but is served by local clinics and nearby facilities such as Mid Coast Hospital (Brunswick, ~11 miles) and Maine Medical Center (Portland, ~17 miles). The area hosts several primary care providers and urgent care clinics. About 92% of Cumberland County residents are insured. The population is predominantly White (over 95%), median age ~45. Common health issues mirror state trends: heart disease, cancer, and substance use. Healthcare access is good, with nearly 12 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents. Telehealth options and specialty care are available via regional networks.