04743 Zip Code, Fort Kent

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Kent

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 04743 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 04743 in Fort Kent, ME has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Kent.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 95). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 95 (5% below avg)

04743 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
95 -5% Average
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

04743 Crime Map

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04743 Demographics & Context

Population
4,663
Median Income
$50,909
Home Value
$115,638
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.2%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.1%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 1.1%
04743 Crime Map
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Fort Kent Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04743, Fort Kent?

Zip code 04743 in Fort Kent, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 04743 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Kent.

Is Zip code 04743 a safe neighborhood in Fort Kent?

Zip code 04743 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Kent, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 137), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 95). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Kent.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04743?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04743 is Murder, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04743?

Zip code 04743 has a population of approximately 4,663. The median household income is $50,909. The median home value is $115,638. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04743 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04743's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Fort Kent, 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.