| ZIP Code | 04462 |
|---|---|
| City | Millinocket |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Penobscot County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 627 ft |
| Latitude | 45.995839 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -68.928348 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 22.8% ▲ 128% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.7% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.1% ▲ 128% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,068 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 773 (21.7%) |
| Associates | 582 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 412 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 719 (20.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,167 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $89,700 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $553/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,302 |
| Vacant Units | 1,016 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,302 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,016 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
ZIP code 04462 is located in Millinocket, Maine, within Penobscot County. With a population of 4,462, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.6 years. Economically, 04462 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,167 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04462 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $89,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $553 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 04462 is primarily White (99.57%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.8%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04462 stands at 11.1%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 04462 in Millinocket, ME is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,462 residents, a median household income of $44,167, and a median home value of $89,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.