Located at the mouth of Casco Bay in Southern Maine, Kennebunkport is a midsized coastal city. The best time of year to visit is from mid-August through mid-July. The least comfortable month is January. In addition to the natural beauty of the area, Kennebunkport has a diverse population. While most people work from home, there are also some who commute into Portland or the Boston area.
The median age of all Kennebunkport, ME residents was 54.4 years old in 2020. This figure includes both native-born citizens and those who were born outside of the United States. The median age of native-born residents was 54 years old. Meanwhile, foreign-born residents were 62 years old on average. The city also has a low rent burden, with only 15.0% of its housing units occupied by renters.
The city's population decreased slightly from the 2000 census, with a population of 3,720. It is part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford metropolitan area. The city is home to Goose Rocks Beach. Its population declined by 0.4% from the 2010 census to the 2020 census.
The median household income in Kennebunkport, ME is $81,000 per year. This is higher than the national average of $64,994 for a family of four. In addition, Kennebunkport has a lower poverty rate than neighboring towns. The median gross rent in the city is $1,000 a month.