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Waterville, ME

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Population
17,579
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
113 ft
Median Home Value
$184,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$978/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,580
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Waterville in context.

OverallBest places in MainePopulation ranking#12 highest population in MaineNearest larger communityLewiston, Maine40 miles away · 38,866 residents.

About Waterville

Waterville is a city in Kennebec County, Maine, situated on the west bank of the Kennebec River. Known as a prominent college town, the city of approximately 17,100 is home to both Colby College and Thomas College. The community serves as a commercial and cultural center for the Kennebec Valley region, with local public schools serving area families, while the former industrial waterfront has been revitalized into parks and arts venues.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+99.8ratingLow Violent CrimeA+99.5ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+98.7rating

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