ZIP Code 04072, Maine
ZIP Code 04072 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04072 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in York County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,819. The land area covers 38.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,819 | ±34 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,998 | ±363 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,869 | ±410 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,998 | ±363 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 871 | ±249 |
| Median Home Value | $413,100 | ±$16,543 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,249 | ±$385 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,241 | ±$10,901 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,652 | ±$3,579 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,319 | ±416 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,706 | ±560 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.9% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 220,143 (2024)
ID: 127884
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADM. ASST. COMMISSIONERS OFFICE
45 KENNEBUNK RD, ALFRED ME 04002-3440
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alfred, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Portland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | South Portland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Portland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-07 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Biddeford, ME | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Biddeford, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Scarborough, ME |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of New England
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College | 7.5 mi away | 11 Hills Beach Rd, Biddeford, ME, 04005-9599 |
2072830171
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DYER LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 371 MAIN STREET, SACO, ME, 04072 |
(207) 283-3861
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Northeast Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 8.6 mi away | 51 US RT 1 Suite K, Scarborough, ME, 04074-0000 |
2078835130
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MCARTHUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 270 MAIN STREET, BIDDEFORD, ME, 04005 |
(207) 284-4181
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Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook
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College Vocational | 10.9 mi away | 100 Larrabee Road, Westbrook, ME, 04092 |
2075914141
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LIBBY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 27 STAPLES STREET, OLD ORCHARD BEACH, ME, 04064 |
(207) 934-4351
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The Landing School
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College | 11.9 mi away | 286 River Rd, Arundel, ME, 04046 |
2079857976
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SALMON FALLS LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 322 OLD ALFRED ROAD, HOLLIS, ME, 04042 |
(207) 929-3990
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University of Southern Maine
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College | 12.4 mi away | 96 Falmouth St, Portland, ME, 04103 |
2077804141
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BERRY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 93 MAIN STREET, BAR MILLS, ME, 04004 |
(207) 929-5484
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PORTLAND INTL JETPORT, ME US, located 10.8 miles from ZCTA5 04072. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.4° | 15.6° | 24.0° | 3.50" | 18.6" |
| February | 35.0° | 17.3° | 26.2° | 3.54" | 16.6" |
| March | 42.3° | 26.0° | 34.1° | 4.08" | 13.6" |
| April | 53.8° | 35.4° | 44.6° | 4.41" | 2.8" |
| May | 64.2° | 45.5° | 54.9° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.6° | 55.0° | 64.3° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.5° | 61.2° | 70.4° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 59.7° | 69.2° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.1° | 52.1° | 61.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.5° | 41.0° | 50.3° | 5.25" | 0.2" |
| November | 48.4° | 31.7° | 40.0° | 4.25" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.3° | 22.4° | 30.3° | 4.50" | 14.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saco city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Dunstan CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Old Orchard Beach CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Oak Hill CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Biddeford city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Gorham CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04072. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.