| ZIP Code | 04472 |
|---|---|
| City | Orland |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 587 ft |
| Latitude | 44.57632 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -68.669915 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.9 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.4% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 406 (27.5%) |
| Some College | 175 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 121 (8.2%) |
| Bachelors | 184 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 588 (39.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,697 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $261,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,221/mo ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,279 |
| Vacant Units | 438 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,279 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 438 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 04472 is located in Orland, Maine, within Hancock County. With a population of 1,857, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.9 years. Economically, 04472 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,697 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04472 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $261,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,221 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 04472 is primarily White (96.50%). Residents are well-educated — 52.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04472 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 04472 in Orland, ME is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,857 residents, a median household income of $82,697, and a median home value of $261,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.