| ZIP Code | 04612 |
|---|---|
| City | Bernard |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 17 ft |
| Latitude | 44.261725 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -68.381404 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.9 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.8% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 83 (21.9%) |
| Some College | 14 (3.7%) |
| Associates | 63 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 17 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 202 (53.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,694 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $378,900 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $967/mo |
| Total Units | 488 |
| Vacant Units | 220 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 488 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 220 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 04612 is located in Bernard, Maine, within Hancock County. With a population of 557, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.9 years. Economically, 04612 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,694 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04612 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $378,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $967 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 04612 is primarily White (90.84%). Residents are well-educated — 57.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04612 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 37% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 04612 in Bernard, ME is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 557 residents, a median household income of $85,694, and a median home value of $378,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.