04073 Zip Code, Sanford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sanford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 148 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 137
37% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 04073 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 04073 in Sanford, ME has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sanford.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 115 (15% above avg)

04073 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
157 +57% High
Assault
142 +42% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
115 +15% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
146 +46% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
150 +50% Moderate

04073 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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04073 Demographics & Context

Population
17,442
Median Income
$61,814
Home Value
$298,962
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
459/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.2%
Graduate Degree 5.5%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%
Black 1%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 3%
04073 Crime Map
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Sanford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04073, Sanford?

Zip code 04073 in Sanford, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average. Zip code 04073 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sanford.

Is Zip code 04073 a safe neighborhood in Sanford?

Zip code 04073 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sanford, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 157), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sanford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04073?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04073 is Murder, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04073?

Zip code 04073 has a population of approximately 17,442. The median household income is $61,814. The median home value is $298,962. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04073 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04073's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average (index 148 vs 100). Within Sanford, 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.