ZIP Code 04974, Maine
ZIP Code 04974 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 04974 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Waldo County, Maine. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,655. The land area covers 28.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,655 | ±14 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs | ±7.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,162 | ±165 | 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 | 1,492 | ±182 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,162 | ±165 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 330 | ±168 |
| Median Home Value | $224,400 | ±$77,600 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,105 | ±$87 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,303 | ±$18,867 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,903 | ±$5,906 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±9.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 385 | ±259 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,493 | ±219 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.7% | ±3% |
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-08 | Castine, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Searsmont, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belfast, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Brooksville, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bucksport, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bucksport, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Belfast, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Belfast, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Northport, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Bucksport, 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 Maritime Academy
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College | 8.3 mi away | 1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME, 04420-0001 |
8004646565
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CARVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 12 UNION STREET, SEARSPORT, ME, 04974 |
(207) 548-2303
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Maine Media College
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College | 20.5 mi away | 70 Camden Street, Rockport, ME, 04856-5952 |
2072368581
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STOCKTON SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 6 STATION STREET, STOCKTON SPRINGS, ME, 04981 |
(207) 567-4147
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Beal University
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College | 22.9 mi away | 99 Farm Road, Bangor, ME, 04401 |
2079474591
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BELFAST FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 106 HIGH STREET, BELFAST, ME, 04915 |
(207) 338-3884
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WITHERLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 41 SCHOOL STREET, CASTINE, ME, 04421 |
(207) 326-4375
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BUCK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 47 MAIN STREET, BUCKSPORT, ME, 04416 |
(207) 469-2650
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WALDO PEIRCE READING ROOM
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 11A MAIN ROAD SOUTH, FRANKFORT, ME, 04438 |
(207) 223-4438
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MONROE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 8 SWAN LAKE AVENUE, MONROE, ME, 04951 |
(207) 525-3515
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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 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 04974. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Searsport CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Belfast city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Castine CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Bucksport CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| Winterport CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Blue Hill CDP | CDP | 17.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 04974. • 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.