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Crime in Westbrook summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Westbrook. Key points include:
There were 274 total crimes in Westbrook in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Westbrook is 1,329.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Westbrook is 174.7 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Westbrook is 1,154.9 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Westbrook is -37.26% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Westbrook Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw | Westbrook / 100k People | Maine / 100k People | National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 274 | 1,329.6 | 1,242.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 36 | 174.7 | 100.1 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 4.9 | 2.3 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 7 | 34.0 | 11.0 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 21 | 101.9 | 55.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 238 | 1,154.9 | 1,142.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 24 | 116.5 | 100.1 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 193 | 936.5 | 961.0 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 21 | 101.9 | 81.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Westbrook summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Westbrook. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maine. Key points include:
The cost of living in Westbrook is 109 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Westbrook is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Westbrook is $449,009.
The median income in Westbrook is $85,038.
Westbrook's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Westbrook Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Westbrook | Maine | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 109 | 99 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 103 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 123 | 92 | 100 |
| Housing | 102 | 103 | 100 |
| Transportation | 107 | 109 | 100 |
| Utilities | 106 | 105 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Westbrook, ME Weather
The average high in Westbrook is 55.9° and the average low is 36.5°.
There are 79.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 47.8 inches of precipitation each year with 68.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Westbrook |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 55.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 36.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 79.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 47.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 68.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Westbrook Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Westbrook
The current population in Westbrook is 20,775. The population has increased 20.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20,775 | 1.4% |
| 2023 | 20,484 | 0.7% |
| 2022 | 20,339 | 1.3% |
| 2021 | 20,074 | 6.0% |
| 2020 | 18,935 | 1.6% |
| 2019 | 18,633 | 1.2% |
| 2018 | 18,417 | 1.4% |
| 2017 | 18,156 | 1.0% |
| 2016 | 17,969 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 17,754 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 17,662 | 0.5% |
| 2013 | 17,578 | 0.4% |
| 2012 | 17,501 | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 17,410 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 17,314 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Westbrook
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Westbrook is:
80.5% White with 16,729 White residents.
4.7% African American with 982 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
2.1% Asian with 438 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
1.5% Other with 305 Other residents.
7.4% Two Or More with 1,541 Two Or More residents.
3.8% Hispanic with 780 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Westbrook | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 80.5% | 89.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.7% | 1.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.1% | 1.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 7.4% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 3.8% | 2.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Westbrook
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Westbrook is 51.6% female with 10,728 female residents.
Westbrook is 48.4% male with 10,047 male residents.
| Gender | Westbrook | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Westbrook for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Westbrook completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Westbrook completed 9-12th grade.
26.0% of adults in Westbrook completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Westbrook completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Westbrook completed associate's degree.
29.0% of adults in Westbrook completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in Westbrook completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Westbrook completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Westbrook completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Westbrook | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 30.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Westbrook, Maine
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3.3% of households in Westbrook earn Less than $10,000.
4.3% of households in Westbrook earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.9% of households in Westbrook earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.6% of households in Westbrook earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.3% of households in Westbrook earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.2% of households in Westbrook earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.4% of households in Westbrook earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.2% of households in Westbrook earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.9% of households in Westbrook earn $150,000 to $199,999.
9.0% of households in Westbrook earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Westbrook | ME | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.3% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.3% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.9% | 7.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.6% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.3% | 11.2% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.2% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.4% | 13.0% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.2% | 18.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.9% | 9.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 9.0% | 9.4% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
