ZIP code 04408 is located in Hancock County, Maine. The average residential electricity rate here is 19.2¢/kWh. 9.2% of households use fuel oil/kerosene as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 04408 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 04408
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 04408?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Central Maine Power Co) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 04408 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 04408 averages 19.2¢/kWh, about 16% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 21% below the Maine state average of 24.3¢/kWh. Natural gas in Maine averages $18.95/Mcf, about 31% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 04408?
Electricity in ZIP code 04408 costs about 16% more than the national average. Compared to Maine overall, rates here are about 21% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 04408?
ZIP code 04408 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Union River Telephone Company (Fiber up to 100 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 04408 in?
ZIP code 04408 is in Hancock County, Maine.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.