ZIP Code 04612, Maine
ZIP Code 04612 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04612 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hancock County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 505. The land area covers 4.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | ±138 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 59.2 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 270 | ±70 | 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 | 499 | ±105 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 270 | ±70 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 229 | ±102 |
| Median Home Value | $407,300 | ±$46,354 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,105 | ±$94 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,839 | ±$9,199 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,679 | ±$12,809 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | ±5.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 38 | ±30 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±5.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 286 | ±93 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±7.2% |
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: 56,946 (2024)
ID: 183964
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK CFO
50 STATE STREET, SUITE 7, ELLSWORTH ME 04605
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Blue Hill, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Brooklin, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Bar Harbor, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Cranberry Isles, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Deer Isle, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Deer Isle, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Frenchboro, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Isle Au Haut, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Lamoine, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Northeast Harbor, 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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College of the Atlantic
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College | 12.2 mi away | 105 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 |
2072885015
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BASS HARBOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 89 BERNARD ROAD, BERNARD, ME, 04612 |
(207) 244-3798
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Maine Maritime Academy
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College | 22.7 mi away | 1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME, 04420-0001 |
8004646565
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SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 338 MAIN STREET, SOUTHWEST HARBOR, ME, 04679 |
(207) 244-7065
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NORTHEAST HARBOR LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 1 JOY ROAD, NORTHEAST HARBOR, ME, 04662 |
(207) 276-3333
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GREAT CRANBERRY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 251 CRANBERRY ROAD, CRANBERRY ISLES, ME, 04625 |
(207) 244-7358
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SWANS ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 451 ATLANTIC ROAD, SWAN'S ISLAND, ME, 04685 |
(207) 526-4330
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ISLESFORD LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 10 MOSSWOOD ROAD, ISLESFORD, ME, 04646 |
(207) 244-9565
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SOMESVILLE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 1116 MAIN STREET, MOUNT DESERT, ME, 04660 |
(207) 244-7404
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FRIEND MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1 REACH ROAD, BROOKLIN, ME, 04616 |
(207) 359-2276
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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 ACADIA NP, ME US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 04612. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.5° | 15.1° | 23.8° | 4.48" | — |
| February | 34.9° | 17.5° | 26.2° | 3.84" | — |
| March | 41.6° | 25.0° | 33.3° | 4.94" | — |
| April | 53.2° | 34.8° | 44.0° | 5.15" | — |
| May | 64.5° | 44.8° | 54.7° | 4.50" | — |
| June | 73.9° | 53.8° | 63.9° | 4.28" | — |
| July | 79.3° | 60.2° | 69.7° | 3.27" | — |
| August | 78.3° | 59.7° | 69.0° | 3.45" | — |
| September | 70.9° | 52.8° | 61.9° | 4.22" | — |
| October | 58.5° | 42.8° | 50.6° | 5.86" | — |
| November | 47.8° | 32.7° | 40.3° | 5.89" | — |
| December | 37.8° | 22.4° | 30.1° | 5.66" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Harbor CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Northeast Harbor CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Bar Harbor CDP | CDP | 11.8 mi | — |
| Blue Hill CDP | CDP | 13.7 mi | — |
| Winter Harbor CDP | CDP | 16.9 mi | — |
| Ellsworth city | City | 22.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04612. • 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.