ZIP 04103 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Middle ClassLow Snow AreaRemote Work Hub

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Portland city, ME (04103)

Median Income

$90,682

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,439

Wealth inflow

Population

31,705

Unemployment

5.0%

1.3pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,439 for ZIP 04103 (Portland city, ME) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

5.0%+35% vs US avg

Self-Employed

2.4%-60% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

6.5%-45% vs US avg

1,106

Establishments

14,472

Employees

~13 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining0.4%
Construction3.1%
Manufacturing9.4%
Wholesale trade1.7%
Retail trade10.1%
Transportation, utilities3.2%
Information1.6%
Finance, insurance, real estate8.2%
Professional, scientific, management16.3%
Education, health care, social29.1%
Arts, entertainment, food services8.9%
Other services5.2%
Public administration2.8%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 04103 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 3.5%, median income rose 6.9% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 26.6%.

Median Income

$90,682

+21% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate