Sagadahoc County Public RecordsMaine

As of the 2020 Census, Sagadahoc County, Maine, had a population of 36,699. The median age was 46.8 years, with 19% under 18 and 20% aged 65+. The gender split was nearly even: 50.5% female and 49.5% male. Racially, the county was 94.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 2.7% Hispanic or Latino of any race, reflecting modest diversity in a predominantly White region.

Sagadahoc County, Maine, with about 28,000 residents, had 23,417 registered voters for the 2020 election—split among Democrats (about 8,400), Republicans (6,700), Greens (700), and Unenrolled (7,600). The county holds municipal, state, federal, and referendum elections, managed by the Sagadahoc County Elections Division. Recent elections saw Democratic candidates outpoll Republicans by roughly 5% in presidential results. Polling places include Bath Middle School and Bowdoinham Town Hall. Local issues focus on coastal development and education. The county’s two major parties actively campaign, and ballot access is routinely monitored by bipartisan election officials.

Sagadahoc County, ME, has 5 public high schools serving around 1,500 students, with an average graduation rate of 87%. Approximately 35% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School test scores are slightly above the state average, with Maine School Administrative District 75 earning a 7/10 rating on GreatSchools. The county offers adult education programs through Merrymeeting Adult Education, serving 1,200 adults annually. School safety is prioritized, with all high schools implementing safety protocols and resource officers. The district provides diverse educational programs, including Advanced Placement, career technical education, and special education services.

As of 2022, Sagadahoc County, ME, had an employment rate of approximately 59%. Major industries include manufacturing (23.6%), health care and social assistance (13.9%), and retail trade (11.2%). Top occupations are production (12%), office/administrative support (10.6%), and management (10%). Average commute time is about 25 minutes, with 81% driving alone to work. Significant employment centers include Bath (notably Bath Iron Works) and Brunswick, while 34% of workers commute outside the county for employment.

Sagadahoc County, ME, has a homeownership rate of about 74%, with median home values around $310,000 as of 2023, up 7% year-over-year. Renters make up roughly 26% of households, facing median rents near $1,400/month. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some apartments in towns like Bath and Topsham. Notable neighborhoods include Georgetown and Phippsburg. Annual property taxes average 1.2% of assessed value, translating to about $3,700 for a median-priced home. The market is competitive, with properties often selling quickly due to limited inventory.

Sagadahoc County, ME, consistently reports lower crime rates compared to state and national averages. In 2022, the county saw a total of 325 reported crimes, including 22 violent crimes and 303 property crimes. The violent crime rate stands at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, while property crime is 16.5 per 1,000—both below Maine’s state averages. Sagadahoc's law enforcement agencies maintain active community policing and transparent reporting practices, contributing to residents’ sense of safety and a 9% decrease in overall crime since 2020.