Gorham Public RecordsMaine

Gorham, located in Cumberland County, Maine, had a population of approximately 18,338 in 2022. The median age is around 38 years. About 51% of residents are female and 49% male. The racial composition is predominantly White (94%), with smaller percentages of Asian (1.2%), Black or African American (1.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Other races, including Native American and multiracial groups, make up the remainder. Gorham has a mix of families, young professionals, and students attending the local University of Southern Maine campus.

Gorham, Cumberland, ME boasts a homeownership rate of approximately 77%, with median home values around $425,000 in 2024. Median rent is about $1,600 monthly. The city’s housing stock mainly comprises single-family homes and some multifamily units, with new developments expanding in neighborhoods like Little Falls and North Gorham. Property values have risen about 8% year-over-year. The annual property tax rate is roughly $14 per $1,000 of assessed value. Popular neighborhoods include Gorham Village and West Gorham, offering a mix of suburban and rural living with good access to Portland.

Gorham, Cumberland, ME, serves over 2,700 students with five public schools, including Gorham High School, which boasts a graduation rate of 95% and above-average SAT scores (mean score ~1120). About 42% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district prioritizes school safety with robust anti-bullying policies and resource officers. Adult education is accessible via Gorham Adult Education programs, offering GED prep, workforce training, and enrichment courses. The schools feature STEM, Advanced Placement, and arts programs, consistently earning a district rating of 8/10 on GreatSchools.org.

Gorham, located in Cumberland County, ME, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with over 85% of residents commuting alone by car and vehicle ownership rates at approximately 2 vehicles per household. Public transit use is limited, with less than 1% utilizing services like the Greater Portland METRO. The average one-way commute time is about 27 minutes, aligning with national averages. Gorham’s transportation infrastructure centers on US Route 202 and ME Route 25. Major employment hubs are in nearby Portland and South Portland, which influence significant daily outbound commuting patterns among Gorham residents.

Gorham, Cumberland County, ME, lacks a full-service hospital but is served by clinics such as ConvenientMD Urgent Care; nearby Maine Medical Center in Portland (9 miles away) offers advanced care. Approximately 8-10% of Gorham’s 18,336 residents are uninsured, below the state average. Gorham’s population is predominantly white (94%) with a median age of 39; common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, reflecting state trends. Healthcare providers per capita aligns with Maine’s average (~275 physicians per 100,000 residents), ensuring good access. Most residents have employer-sponsored, Medicaid, or Medicare coverage.