Amherst, Maine
Amherst: town in Maine, United States
About
Amherst is a town located in the county of Hancock in the U.S. state of Maine. Its population at the 2010 census was 265 and a population density of 7 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 256 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Amherst
| Population | 256 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maine (United States) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Phone Area Codes | 207 |
| Area | 39.63 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.8334,-68.3642 |
| Altitude | 581 feet / 177 meters |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:28:04 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 6 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.52% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 45℉ Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Amherst is located at 44°50'0"N 68°21'51"W (44.8334000, -68.3641900).
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 45. South wind 1 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Amherst decreased by 3.52% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 265 | - | census |
| 2011 | 264 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 263 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 264 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 262 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 259 | -1.16% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 259 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 258 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 258 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 257 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 256 | -0.39% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Amherst
1Amherst Town Hall
572 Airline Rd, Amherst, ME 04605 View details
Phone: +12075845725 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Amherst, ME. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161253 | University of Maine | Orono (ME) | 04469 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Amherst, ME. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORO | Orono (University of Maine), Maine | Squapan Rd and Gym Dr | BUS |
| BAN | Bangor, Maine | 1039 Union St. | BUS |
| SRT | Searsport, Maine | 161 East Main St. | BUS |
| BFT | Belfast, Maine | Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1 | BUS |
| LCV | Lincolnville, Maine | 2512 Atlantic Highway | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Amherst.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora Post Office | Aurora (ME) | 04408 |
Other places with the same name (9)
- Amherst, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 120,809 people.
- Amherst, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 40,643 people.
- Amherst, Ohio city in Ohio, United States with a population of 12,387 people.
- Amherst, New Hampshire town in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States with a population of 11,418 people.
- Amherst, Virginia town in Virginia, USA with a population of 2,182 people.
- Amherst, Wisconsin town in Portage County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,361 people.
- Amherst, Texas city in Texas, United States with a population of 652 people.
- Amherst, Minnesota township in Fillmore County, Minnesota with a population of 401 people.
- Amherst, Nebraska village in Nebraska, United States with a population of 254 people.
Other cities in Hancock County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hancock County , ME. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ellsworth | 8,249 | City in Maine |
| Bar Harbor | 5,594 | Town in Hancock County, Maine, United States |
| Bucksport | 4,916 | City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America |
| Blue Hill | 2,651 | Town in Hancock County, Maine, United States |
| Hancock | 2,440 | City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America |
| Orland | 2,173 | City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America |
| Deer Isle | 1,911 | Town in Hancock County, Maine, United States |
| Southwest Harbor | 1,793 | City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America |
| Gouldsboro | 1,743 | City in United States of America |
| Dedham | 1,666 | Town in Maine |
| Tremont | 1,602 | City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America |
| Trenton | 1,568 | Town in Maine |
| Franklin | 1,567 | Town in Hancock County, Maine, United States |
| Surry | 1,504 | Town in Virginia |
| Sullivan | 1,261 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Penobscot | 1,220 | Town in Hancock County, Maine, United States |