04974 Zip Code, Searsport

Last updated: May 31, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Searsport

Summary: 04974 (Searsport, ME) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 04974 in Searsport, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Searsport.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 31, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 143 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 04974 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 04974 in Searsport, ME has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Searsport.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 100). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 162 (62% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 100 (0% below avg)

04974 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
144 +44% Moderate
Assault
148 +48% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
162 +62% High
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
100 0% Average
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

04974 Crime Map

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04974 Demographics & Context

Population
2,582
Median Income
$52,264
Home Value
$160,222
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.5%
Graduate Degree 7.7%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0.4%
04974 Crime Map
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Searsport Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04974, Searsport?

Zip code 04974 in Searsport, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average. Zip code 04974 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Searsport.

Is Zip code 04974 a safe neighborhood in Searsport?

Zip code 04974 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Searsport, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 162), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Searsport.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04974?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04974 is Rape, with a crime index of 162 (62% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04974?

Zip code 04974 has a population of approximately 2,582. The median household income is $52,264. The median home value is $160,222. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04974 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04974's overall crime rate is 43% above the national average (index 143 vs 100). Within Searsport, 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 May 2026.