ZIP Code 04281, Maine
ZIP Code 04281 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04281 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oxford County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,317. The land area covers 40.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,317 | ±14 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,200 | ±241 | 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 | 2,746 | ±314 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,200 | ±241 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 546 | ±252 |
| Median Home Value | $240,400 | ±$57,404 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,137 | ±$20,402 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,381 | ±$4,126 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±8.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 639 | ±433 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.5% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,729 | ±364 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.5% | ±4.4% |
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: 60,039 (2024)
ID: 127883
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
26 WESTERN AVE, SOUTH PARIS ME 04281-1431
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | West Paris, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Auburn, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Poland, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Buckfield, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bethel, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Auburn, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Auburn, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mechanic Falls, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Auburn, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Lewiston, 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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Central Maine Community College
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College | 14.9 mi away | 1250 Turner Street, Auburn, ME, 04210-6436 |
2077555100
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HAMLIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 16 HANNIBAL HAMLIN DRIVE, SOUTH PARIS, ME, 04281 |
(207) 743-2980
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Maine College of Health Professions
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College | 17.0 mi away | 70 Middle Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240 |
2077952840
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PARIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 37 MARKET SQUARE, SOUTH PARIS, ME, 04281 |
(207) 743-6994
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Bates College
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College | 17.3 mi away | 2 Andrews Road, Lewiston, ME, 04240 |
2077866000
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NORWAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 258 MAIN STREET, NORWAY, ME, 04268 |
(207) 743-5309
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WEST PARIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 226 MAIN STREET, WEST PARIS, ME, 04289 |
(207) 674-2004
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ZADOC LONG FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 5 TURNER STREET, BUCKFIELD, ME, 04220 |
(207) 336-2171
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FREELAND HOLMES LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 109 PLEASANT STREET, OXFORD, ME, 04270 |
(207) 539-4016
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BOLSTERS MILLS VILLAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 659 BOLSTERS MILLS ROAD, HARRISON, ME, 04040 |
(207) 583-6421
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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 TURNER, ME US, located 11.9 miles from ZCTA5 04281. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.2° | 10.3° | 19.3° | 3.65" | 17.3" |
| February | 31.3° | 11.9° | 21.6° | 2.99" | 20.7" |
| March | 39.3° | 20.8° | 30.0° | 3.77" | 13.3" |
| April | 52.3° | 32.6° | 42.4° | 4.24" | 4.9" |
| May | 65.1° | 43.4° | 54.2° | 3.79" | 0.3" |
| June | 73.5° | 53.1° | 63.3° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.7° | 59.3° | 69.0° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.2° | 56.9° | 67.5° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.5° | 48.9° | 59.7° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.4° | 38.7° | 48.0° | 5.09" | 0.2" |
| November | 45.0° | 28.4° | 36.7° | 4.39" | 3.8" |
| December | 33.8° | 17.8° | 25.8° | 4.37" | 17.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Paris CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Norway CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Oxford CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Mechanic Falls CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Turner CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Bridgton CDP | CDP | 16.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04281. • 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.