ZIP Code 04937, Maine
ZIP Code 04937 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04937 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Somerset County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,358. The land area covers 51.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,358 | ±77 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.6 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,812 | ±227 | 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 | 2,986 | ±244 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,812 | ±227 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 174 | ±115 |
| Median Home Value | $163,700 | ±$31,793 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,001 | ±$101 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,933 | ±$10,453 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,305 | ±$2,723 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 682 | ±252 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,285 | ±318 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93% | ±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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COUNTY OF SOMERSET
GUS Population: 51,338 (2024)
ID: 105827
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR
41 COURT ST, 1, SKOWHEGAN ME 04976-1851
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Waterville, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Albion, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Belgrade, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Benton, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-03 | Skowhegan, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Canaan, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | North Anson, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | North Anson, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | China, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | China, 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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Kennebec Valley Community College
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College | 4.7 mi away | 92 Western Ave, Fairfield, ME, 04937-1367 |
2074535000
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 33 LAWRENCE AVENUE, FAIRFIELD, ME, 04937 |
(207) 453-6867
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Colby College
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College | 6.0 mi away | 4000 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME, 04901-8840 |
2078594000
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WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 73 ELM STREET, WATERVILLE, ME, 04901 |
(207) 872-5433
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Thomas College
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College | 8.8 mi away | 180 W River Rd, Waterville, ME, 04901-5097 |
2078591111
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BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY - CLINTON
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 53 RAILROAD STREET, CLINTON, ME, 04927 |
(207) 426-8686
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University of Maine at Augusta
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College | 22.7 mi away | 46 University Dr, Augusta, ME, 04330-9410 |
2076213000
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OAKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 18 CHURCH STREET, OAKLAND, ME, 04963 |
(207) 465-7533
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Capilo School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 23.8 mi away | 43 Bridge Street, Augusta, ME, 04330-0000 |
2076219941200
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WINSLOW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 136 HALIFAX STREET, WINSLOW, ME, 04901 |
(207) 872-1978
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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 WATERVILLE TRTMT PLT, ME US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 04937. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.5° | 8.8° | 18.7° | 3.12" | — |
| February | 31.8° | 9.9° | 20.9° | 2.61" | — |
| March | 40.3° | 20.5° | 30.4° | 3.27" | — |
| April | 53.5° | 32.2° | 42.9° | 3.73" | — |
| May | 65.8° | 43.2° | 54.5° | 3.33" | — |
| June | 74.7° | 53.1° | 63.9° | 4.03" | — |
| July | 80.1° | 59.1° | 69.6° | 3.37" | — |
| August | 79.5° | 57.4° | 68.5° | 3.39" | — |
| September | 71.7° | 49.5° | 60.6° | 3.82" | — |
| October | 58.7° | 38.4° | 48.5° | 4.90" | — |
| November | 46.1° | 28.7° | 37.4° | 3.87" | — |
| December | 34.5° | 17.2° | 25.9° | 3.92" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Norridgewock CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Oakland CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Waterville city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Winslow CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Clinton CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04937. • 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.