ZIP Code 04578, Maine
ZIP Code 04578 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04578 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lincoln County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,709. The land area covers 33.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,709 | ±190 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,249 | ±219 | 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 | 2,491 | ±213 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,249 | ±219 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 242 | ±100 |
| Median Home Value | $327,400 | ±$23,720 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,480 | ±$447 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,063 | ±$28,092 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,393 | ±$4,757 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 249 | ±144 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,187 | ±286 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±3.4% |
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: 36,491 (2024)
ID: 105826
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 249, WISCASSET ME 04578-0249
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bath, ME | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Bath, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Boothbay Harbor, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Boothbay Harbor, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bowdoin, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bowdoinham, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Pemaquid, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brunswick, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brunswick, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Litchfield, 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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Bowdoin College
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College | 14.5 mi away | 255 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME, 04011 |
2077253000
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WISCASSET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 21 HIGH STREET, WISCASSET, ME, 04578 |
(207) 882-7161
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Capilo School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 23.5 mi away | 43 Bridge Street, Augusta, ME, 04330-0000 |
2076219941200
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PATTEN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 33 SUMMER STREET, BATH, ME, 04530 |
(207) 443-5141
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BRIDGE ACADEMY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 44 MIDDLE ROAD, DRESDEN, ME, 04342 |
(207) 737-8810
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SKIDOMPHA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 184 MAIN STREET, DAMARISCOTTA, ME, 04543 |
(207) 563-5513
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ISAAC F. UMBERHINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 86 MAIN STREET, RICHMOND, ME, 04357 |
(207) 737-2770
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BOOTHBAY HARBOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 4 OAK STREET, BOOTHBAY HARBOR, ME, 04538 |
(207) 633-3112
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RUTHERFORD LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 2000 STATE ROUTE 129, SOUTH BRISTOL, ME, 04568 |
(207) 644-1882
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BOWDOINHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 13A SCHOOL STREET, BOWDOINHAM, ME, 04008 |
(207) 666-8405
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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 WISCASSET AP, ME US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 04578. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.2° | 12.1° | 22.1° | 3.51" | — |
| February | 35.0° | 13.8° | 24.4° | 3.08" | — |
| March | 42.6° | 23.0° | 32.8° | 3.77" | — |
| April | 53.9° | 32.7° | 43.3° | 3.94" | — |
| May | 64.8° | 42.3° | 53.6° | 3.46" | — |
| June | 73.7° | 52.0° | 62.9° | 4.47" | — |
| July | 79.4° | 57.9° | 68.7° | 3.44" | — |
| August | 78.6° | 56.6° | 67.6° | 3.08" | — |
| September | 70.9° | 49.1° | 60.0° | 4.15" | — |
| October | 59.1° | 38.4° | 48.7° | 5.13" | — |
| November | 47.9° | 29.4° | 38.7° | 4.45" | — |
| December | 37.8° | 19.5° | 28.6° | 4.22" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wiscasset CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Bath city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Damariscotta CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Newcastle CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Boothbay Harbor CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Richmond CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04578. • 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.