| ZIP Code | 04106 |
|---|---|
| City | South Portland |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Cumberland County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 58 ft |
| Latitude | 43.631402 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.285989 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.7% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 122 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,141 (21.7%) |
| Some College | 1,478 (7.8%) |
| Associates | 2,132 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,891 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,293 (48.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,744 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $403,500 ▲ 45% above avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,642/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,849 |
| Vacant Units | 590 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,849 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 590 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 04106 is located in South Portland, Maine, within Cumberland County. With a population of 26,966, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 04106 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,744 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04106 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $403,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,642 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 04106 is primarily White (82.59%). Residents are well-educated — 58.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04106 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 04106 in South Portland, ME is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,966 residents, a median household income of $83,744, and a median home value of $403,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.