| ZIP Code | 04090 |
|---|---|
| City | Wells |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | York County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 164 ft |
| Latitude | 43.331432 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.645586 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.5 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.0% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 226 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,107 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 844 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 956 (11.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,121 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,357 (39%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,900 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $445,800 ▲ 60% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,313/mo ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,590 |
| Vacant Units | 4,584 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,590 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,584 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 04090 is located in Wells, Maine, within York County. With a population of 11,544, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.5 years. Economically, 04090 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,900 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04090 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $445,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,313 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 04090 is primarily White (89.48%). Residents are well-educated — 52.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04090 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 04090 in Wells, ME is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,544 residents, a median household income of $83,900, and a median home value of $445,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.