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Berwick

Offers outdoor recreation, downtown revitalization, and strong commuter access to Portsmouth, NH, and Portland, ME.

Welcome to Berwick

Berwick, Maine - Historical Overview

Originally part of the town of Kittery, Berwick was first settled by Europeans in 1631. Natives had called the area 'Newichawannock for millennia, and that name lives on in Newichawannock Woods, a 78-acre preserve that abuts the Salmon Falls River. The town of Berwick was incorporated in 1713 and named after Berwick-upon-Tweed in England. The first schoolhouse in Maine was built here in 1719. In 1814, the town of South Berwick separated from Berwick, followed by North Berwick in 1831. Collectively, the towns are known as 'The Berwicks'. Berwick remains connected to North Berwick by a shared school district.
 

Living in Berwick

At the count of the last census in 2020, approximately 8,000 people called beautiful Berwick, Maine, their home. Berwick residents share a border, the Salmon Falls River, with the sales-tax-free state of New Hampshire. Kayaking and boating on the river is a popular activity for many who live in the area. Berwick is currently enjoying the growth of businesses in its downtown area, and the residential real estate market remains brisk.
 
If you're considering relocating to Berwick, you'll find it easy to get around. The town is located near several transportation hubs that make commuting North or South very easy, either by highway or Amtrak. Berwick is also near several major hospitals, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, and is easily accessible to the University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire, and the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine.
 
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Overview for Berwick, ME

8,094 people live in Berwick, where the median age is 40.4 and the average individual income is $42,966. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,094

Total Population

40.4 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$42,966

Average individual Income

Around Berwick, ME

There's plenty to do around Berwick, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cassie's Canning Cabinet, Yummys, and The Sweet Tooth Bakery.

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Dining 1.31 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 1.53 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.86 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.98 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining · $ 2.47 miles 41 reviews 4.1/5 stars
Dining 2.5 miles 1 review 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Berwick, ME

Berwick has 3,497 households, with an average household size of 2.31. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Berwick do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,094 people call Berwick home. The population density is 216 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,094

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.4 years

Median Age

47 / 53%

Men vs Women

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Total Households

2.31

Average Household Size

$42,966

Average individual Income

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Schools in Berwick, ME

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The following schools are within or nearby Berwick. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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