04862 Zip Code, Union

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Union

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 85 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 49
51% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 04862 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 04862 in Union, ME has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Union.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 10 (90% below avg)

04862 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
86 -14% Average
Assault
61 -39% Low
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
108 +8% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
21 -79% Low
Vehicle Theft
10 -90% Low

04862 Crime Map

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04862 Demographics & Context

Population
3,581
Median Income
$67,908
Home Value
$179,567
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20%
Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.1%
04862 Crime Map
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Union Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04862, Union?

Zip code 04862 in Union, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Zip code 04862 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Union.

Is Zip code 04862 a safe neighborhood in Union?

Zip code 04862 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Union, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 117), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Union.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04862?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04862 is Burglary, with a crime index of 117 (17% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04862?

Zip code 04862 has a population of approximately 3,581. The median household income is $67,908. The median home value is $179,567. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04862 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04862's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 vs 100). Within Union, 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.