04473 ZIP Code – Orono, Maine
Located in Orono, Maine, ZIP code 04473 is a mid-sized ZIP code within Penobscot County with a population of approximately 8,171 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $56,682, which is near the Maine average and below the national figure. Median home values of $214,600 are below the national average, with 46.6% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). ; median rent of $1,058 is similarly near the national average. Housing consists of 53% single-family (stable), 26% apartments (increasing), 20% duplex/multi-family.
Unemployment stands at 5.5%, which is near the U.S. rate. An estimated 25.0% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. 64.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the U.S. average. Residents have a median age of 28.2, below the U.S. median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 04489, 04469, 04401.
ZIP Code 04473 Data
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ZIP 04473 vs. Maine vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 04473 | ME Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,171 | 3,293 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $56k | $66k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $214k | $235k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,058 | $966 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 28.2 | 49.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 25.0% | 11.3% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 64.2% | 32.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 04489 – Stillwater
- 04469 – Orono
- 04401 – Bangor
- 04412 – Brewer
- 04411 – Bradley
- 04428 – Eddington
- 04468 – Old Town
- 04461 – Milford
- 04450 – Kenduskeag
- 04449 – Hudson
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04489 | STILLWATER | 327 | Not provided |
| 04469 | ORONO | 2,958 | Not provided |
| 04401 | BANGOR | 44,285 | $62,287 |
| 04412 | BREWER | 9,633 | $55,870 |
| 04411 | BRADLEY | 1,693 | $85,469 |