Our team highlights what makes each corner special — from favorite cafes to hidden trails. Get to know the lifestyle, amenities, and character that make this neighborhood stand out.
Bangor, known as the “Queen City,” is a vibrant regional hub in central Maine that blends small-city charm with modern conveniences. The city is home to major healthcare facilities including Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital, and Northern Light Acadia Hospital, making it a medical center for much of the region. Bangor International Airport (BGR) offers easy travel with direct access to major hubs, while local transportation and nearby highways keep residents well connected. Bangor’s downtown and waterfront host community events year-round, and the city is especially well known for live entertainment at the Maine Savings Amphitheater and the Cross Insurance Center, which attract nationally touring concerts, shows, and sporting events.
Dining and shopping in Bangor offer something for everyone, from locally owned cafés and pubs, to familiar national favorites. Downtown Bangor features boutique shops, bookstores, antique stores, and galleries, while larger retail centers like the Bangor Mall and surrounding shopping plazas provide convenient everyday options. With a lively arts and music scene, strong healthcare infrastructure, diverse dining, and easy access to outdoor recreation, Bangor serves as a welcoming and well-rounded community for both residents and visitors.
44,418 people live in Bangor, where the median age is 40.8 and the average individual income is $39,499. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Bangor, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lazy Hound, Danforth's Down Home Supermarket, and Orono Brewing Company.
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| Dining | 4.85 miles | 7 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 3.96 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.88 miles | 23 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 3.14 miles | 12 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.81 miles | 47 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4.77 miles | 93 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.26 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.88 miles | 13 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.87 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 4.87 miles | 6 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.66 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.29 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.86 miles | 10 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
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Bangor has 19,090 households, with an average household size of 2.2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bangor do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 44,418 people call Bangor home. The population density is 443.96 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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