04008 Zip Code, Bowdoinham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bowdoinham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 04008 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 04008 in Bowdoinham, ME has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bowdoinham.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 63 (37% below avg)

04008 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
78 -22% Low
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
167 +67% High
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
68 -32% Low

04008 Crime Map

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04008 Demographics & Context

Population
2,934
Median Income
$82,612
Home Value
$178,190
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
68/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.7%
Graduate Degree 13.6%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.2%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 1.7%
04008 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04008, Bowdoinham?

Zip code 04008 in Bowdoinham, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 04008 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bowdoinham.

Is Zip code 04008 a safe neighborhood in Bowdoinham?

Zip code 04008 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bowdoinham, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bowdoinham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04008?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04008 is Burglary, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04008?

Zip code 04008 has a population of approximately 2,934. The median household income is $82,612. The median home value is $178,190. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04008 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04008's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Bowdoinham, 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.