ZIP Code 04973, Maine
ZIP Code 04973 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04973 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Waldo County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,646. The land area covers 37.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,646 | ±407 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs | ±9.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 660 | ±126 | 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 | 798 | ±140 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 660 | ±126 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 138 | ±56 |
| Median Home Value | $284,000 | ±$31,082 |
| Median Gross Rent | $940 | ±$311 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,000 | ±$20,114 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,479 | ±$4,142 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 109 | ±73 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 877 | ±248 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.8% | ±9.2% |
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: 40,617 (2024)
ID: 166156
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
39B SPRING ST, BELFAST ME 04915-6439
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Albion, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Searsmont, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Appleton, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belfast, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rockport, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Rockport, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Camden, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Belfast, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Belfast, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Northport, 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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Maine Media College
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College | 14.6 mi away | 70 Camden Street, Rockport, ME, 04856-5952 |
2072368581
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SEARSMONT TOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 37 MAIN ST. SOUTH, SEARSMONT, ME, 04973 |
(207) 342-5549
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Maine Maritime Academy
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College | 19.5 mi away | 1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME, 04420-0001 |
8004646565
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IVAN O. DAVIS-LIBERTY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 59 MAIN STREET, LIBERTY, ME, 04949 |
(207) 589-3161
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Thomas College
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College | 24.9 mi away | 180 W River Rd, Waterville, ME, 04901-5097 |
2078591111
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MILDRED STEVENS WILLIAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 2916 SENNEBEC ROAD, APPLETON, ME, 04862 |
(207) 785-5656
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Kennebec Valley Community College
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College | 24.9 mi away | 92 Western Ave, Fairfield, ME, 04937-1367 |
2074535000
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LINCOLNVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 208 MAIN STREET, LINCOLNVILLE, ME, 04849 |
(207) 763-4343
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HOPE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 443 CAMDEN ROAD, HOPE, ME, 04847 |
(207) 763-3553
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PALERMO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 2789 ROUTE 3, PALERMO, ME, 04354 |
(207) 993-6088
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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 BELFAST, ME US, located 10.4 miles from ZCTA5 04973. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.5° | 10.2° | 19.8° | 3.94" | 19.2" |
| February | 32.2° | 11.7° | 21.9° | 3.16" | 22.4" |
| March | 39.7° | 20.4° | 30.1° | 4.12" | 11.7" |
| April | 51.5° | 31.1° | 41.3° | 4.38" | 2.2" |
| May | 62.9° | 41.3° | 52.1° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 71.5° | 50.5° | 61.0° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.0° | 56.6° | 66.8° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.4° | 55.5° | 66.0° | 3.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.5° | 48.1° | 58.8° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.4° | 37.9° | 47.7° | 5.38" | 0.3" |
| November | 45.6° | 28.8° | 37.2° | 4.69" | 2.5" |
| December | 34.9° | 18.4° | 26.6° | 4.65" | 13.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belfast city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
| Camden CDP | CDP | 13.5 mi | — |
| Searsport CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
| Unity CDP | CDP | 17.6 mi | — |
| Rockland city | City | 18.4 mi | — |
| Castine CDP | CDP | 19.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04973. • 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.