The 2004–05 season was the 96th year of football played by Dundee United, and covers the period from July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2005. United finished in ninth place which meant the previous season's top-six finish was the only one in the five seasons since the split was introduced. A strong league finish secured United's top-flight status, with four wins from the final seven games, including victories against Rangers, Hearts and rivals Dundee.