Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 04101 Portland, ME — Zone D and 06514 06514, CT — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 04101 Portland, ME — Zone D | 06514 06514, CT — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 04101 Portland, ME — Zone D | 06514 06514, CT — Zone X |
| zip code | 04101 | 06514 |
| city | Portland | 06514 |
| state | Maine | Connecticut |
| state code | ME | CT |
| category | Undetermined | Low Risk |
| flood zone | Zone D (Undetermined Risk — No Analysis Performed) | Zone X (Low Risk — Minimal Flood Hazard) |
| risk level | Undetermined | Low Risk |
| annual flood prob | Unknown — flood risk not yet determined by FEMA | Less than 0.2% annual chance |
| insurance required | Recommended — risk is undetermined | Optional — minimal flood hazard area |
| avg annual premium | 436 | 436 |
| base flood elevation | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 13 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2013 | 1 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2007 |
| nearest water | Columbia River (0.3 miles) | Merrimack River (0.9 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,181 | 1,151 |
| population | 47,363 | 42,228 |
| median home value | 672,070 | 177,188 |
| flood damage risk | Unknown chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $148,280 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $57,336 |
| mitigation tips | Purchase flood insurance as a precaution; research historical flooding in your area; contact your local floodplain administrator; maintain proper drainage; prepare an emergency kit and evacuation plan. | While flood risk is minimal, consider affordable flood insurance; maintain proper drainage around foundation; keep storm drains clear; be aware that 25% of flood claims come from low-risk zones; have an emergency plan. |
| fema map id | 6523C835J | 8759C990J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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