Piscataquis County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,324, reflecting a -0.31% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Piscataquis County is the 16th largest county in Maine. The 2010 population was 17,550 and has grown -1.29% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 51.5 years
Female: 51.9 years
Male: 51.1 years
There are 14,586 adults, (4,737 of whom are seniors) in Piscataquis County.
Female: 8,485 (49.2%)
Male: 8,778 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Piscataquis County includes 93.22% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,093 | 93.22% |
| Two or more races | 672 | 3.89% |
| Other race | 169 | 0.98% |
| Black or African American | 164 | 0.95% |
| Asian | 143 | 0.83% |
| Native American | 22 | 0.13% |
Piscataquis County 's average per capita income is $43,143. Household income levels show a median of $61,345. The poverty rate stands at 15.48%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $80,223 | - |
| Families | $68,333 | $91,684 |
| Households | $61,345 | $79,023 |
| Non Families | $36,063 | $51,247 |
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