Zip Code 04236

ME · Population: 4,377

A
80/100
99
A+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
84
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 04236

Zip code 04236 is located in Maine and is home to approximately 4,377 residents. It receives an overall grade of A (score: 80/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

With a median household income of $92,337 and home values around $235,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 21% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$92,337
Home Value
$235,800
Rent
$1,059/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
21%
Unemployment
0.7%
Owner-Occupied
90.3%
Rent Burden
13.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety99A+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall80AWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).