| ZIP Code | 04074 |
|---|---|
| City | Scarborough |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Cumberland County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 104 ft |
| Latitude | 43.589627 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.366191 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 2.7% ▼ 73% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 69% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 56 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,466 (14.8%) |
| Some College | 990 (6%) |
| Associates | 2,118 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,563 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,427 (56.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $125,642 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $502,700 ▲ 80% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,821/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,561 |
| Vacant Units | 1,134 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,561 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,134 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 04074 is located in Scarborough, Maine, within Cumberland County. With a population of 22,527, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.1 years. Economically, 04074 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $125,642 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04074 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $502,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,821 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 04074 is primarily White (90.48%). Residents are highly educated — 66.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.7%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04074 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 04074 in Scarborough, ME is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,527 residents, a median household income of $125,642, and a median home value of $502,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.