Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 04971 04971, ME — Zone X and 08242 08242, NJ — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 04971 04971, ME — Zone X | 08242 08242, NJ — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 04971 04971, ME — Zone X | 08242 08242, NJ — Zone X |
| zip code | 04971 | 08242 |
| city | 04971 | 08242 |
| state | Maine | New Jersey |
| state code | ME | NJ |
| category | Low Risk | Low Risk |
| flood zone | Zone X (Low Risk — Minimal Flood Hazard) | Zone X (Low Risk — Minimal Flood Hazard) |
| risk level | Low Risk | Low Risk |
| annual flood prob | Less than 0.2% annual chance | Less than 0.2% annual chance |
| insurance required | Optional — minimal flood hazard area | Optional — minimal flood hazard area |
| avg annual premium | 443 | 443 |
| base flood elevation | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | Colorado River (4.1 miles) | Merrimack River (2.9 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,635 | 112 |
| population | 49,327 | 48,989 |
| median home value | 515,646 | 574,023 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $175,354 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $129,869 |
| mitigation tips | 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. | 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 | 1561C535J | 3934C571J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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