04448 Zip Code, Howland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Howland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 167 / 300 High
Violent Crime 160
60% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 04448 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 04448 in Howland, ME has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Howland.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 176, 76% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 176 (76% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

04448 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
147 +47% Moderate
Assault
176 +76% High
Robbery
142 +42% Moderate
Rape
175 +75% High
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
152 +52% High

04448 Crime Map

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04448 Demographics & Context

Population
1,101
Median Income
$45,851
Home Value
$40,500
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.6%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.3%
04448 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04448, Howland?

Zip code 04448 in Howland, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average. Zip code 04448 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Howland.

Is Zip code 04448 a safe neighborhood in Howland?

Zip code 04448 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Howland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 176), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Howland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04448?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04448 is Assault, with a crime index of 176 (76% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04448?

Zip code 04448 has a population of approximately 1,101. The median household income is $45,851. The median home value is $40,500. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04448 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04448's overall crime rate is 67% above the national average (index 167 vs 100). Within Howland, 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.