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ZIP 04901

Part of Winslow, ME
Pop. 27,870·Kennebec County·25th most expensive ZIP in Maine
Median rent (all units)
$1,337/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.8%
Month-over-Month
-2.5%
vs US Median
-$628
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ZIP 04901 · $1,337
More affordable than 85% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,080
1 BR
$1,080
2 BR
$1,410
3 BR
$1,810
4 BR+
$2,150
Research median
$1,410/mo

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,044/yr
At $1,337/mo median
Location
StateME
CountyKennebec County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 04901 (Winslow, ME) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,870
Median income
$57,403
Median age
39.2
Renters
39.3%
Age distribution
15.8%
28.8%
21.4%
14.5%
19.6%
Under 1815.8%
18–3428.8%
35–5421.4%
55–6414.5%
65+19.6%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
90.3%
White90.3%
Black1.3%
Hispanic2.7%
Asian1.5%
Other4.3%
Education (25+)
33.8%
29.9%
29.4%
No HS diploma7%
HS diploma33.8%
Some college29.9%
Bachelor's+29.4%
Housing tenure
60.7%
39.3%
Owner60.7%
Renter39.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 04901 in Winslow, ME has changed in 5 years

Income
$46,358 → $57,403
up 23.8%
Population
26,467 → 27,870
up 5.3%
Renter share
40.1% → 39.3%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
27.6% → 29.4%
+1.8 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 04901 in Winslow, ME now reports about $57,403, up from $46,358 in 2021. The population has grown by 5.3% since 2021, moving from about 26,467 residents to roughly 27,870.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 04901 covers Winslow, ME. The median rent here is $1,337/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,080/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,410/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($57,403/yr), ZIP 04901 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.8% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 04901?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 04901 (Winslow, ME) is $1,337. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 04901 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 04901's median rent of $1,337/mo is $628 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 04901 compare to other ZIPs in Maine?

ZIP 04901 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Maine, ranking #25 out of 26 ZIPs at $1,337/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 04901?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,337/mo in ZIP 04901. The local median household income is $57,403/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 04901?

Rent in ZIP 04901 has increased 9.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 04901 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 04901 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,337/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($57,403/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 04901 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 04901 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.3% of ZIP 04901 households are renters, while 60.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 04901 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

When was rent data for ZIP 04901 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 04901 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,337/mo, rent takes ~28% of ZIP 04901's median household income ($57,403/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 04901 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.8–7.15%
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