| ZIP Code | 04922 |
|---|---|
| City | Burnham |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Waldo County |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Elevation | 253 ft |
| Latitude | 44.673999 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -69.38646 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 23027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.2% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.2% ▲ 68% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 205 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 105 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 103 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 74 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 149 (22.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,615 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,000 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,219/mo ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 591 |
| Vacant Units | 159 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 591 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 159 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 04922 is located in Burnham, Maine, within Waldo County. With a population of 969, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.6 years. Economically, 04922 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,615 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 04922 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $150,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,219 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 04922 is primarily White (94.32%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.3%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 04922 stands at 8.2%, which is significantly above the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 04922 in Burnham, ME is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 969 residents, a median household income of $59,615, and a median home value of $150,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maine.