| ZIP Code | 04563 |
|---|---|
| City | Cushing |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Knox County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 40 ft |
| Latitude | 44.013922 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -69.258706 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.2 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.8% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 334 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 85 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 151 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 88 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 346 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,345 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $370,800 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 82% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,418/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 992 |
| Vacant Units | 293 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 992 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 293 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 04563 is located in Cushing, Maine, within Knox County. With a population of 1,407, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.2 years. Economically, 04563 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,345 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04563 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $370,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,418 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 82% since 2019.
The population of 04563 is primarily White (92.18%). Residents are well-educated — 42.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04563 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 04563 in Cushing, ME is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,407 residents, a median household income of $68,345, and a median home value of $370,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.