04609 Zip Code, Bar Harbor

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bar Harbor

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 04609 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 04609 in Bar Harbor, ME has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bar Harbor.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 83).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 83 (17% below avg)

04609 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Bar Harbor city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
83 -17% Average
Larceny / Theft
137 +37% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

04609 Crime Map

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04609 Demographics & Context

Population
4,940
Median Income
$73,436
Home Value
$300,793
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
80/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.7%
Graduate Degree 22.4%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.1%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 4.8%
04609 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04609, Bar Harbor?

Zip code 04609 in Bar Harbor, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 04609 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bar Harbor.

Is Zip code 04609 a safe neighborhood in Bar Harbor?

Zip code 04609 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bar Harbor, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 139), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bar Harbor.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04609?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04609 is Assault, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04609?

Zip code 04609 has a population of approximately 4,940. The median household income is $73,436. The median home value is $300,793. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04609 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04609's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Bar Harbor, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.