Charleston, Maine
Charleston: human settlement in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America
About
Charleston is a city located in the county of Penobscot in the U.S. state of Maine. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,409 and a population density of 35 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,675 inhabitants.
The city was created 231 years ago in 1794.
Quick Facts about Charleston
| Population | 1,675 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maine (United States) |
| County | Penobscot County |
| Postal code | 04422 |
| Phone Area Codes | 207 |
| Area | 40.56 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.0851,-69.0406 |
| Altitude | 318 feet / 97 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1795 (231 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:05:17 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 41 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 15.88% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 46℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Charleston is located at 45°5'6"N 69°2'26"W (45.0850600, -69.0405900).
Charleston map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers after 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 46. South wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts les...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Charleston increased by 15.88% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,409 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,406 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,400 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,527 | 8.32% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,521 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,510 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,643 | 8.09% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,645 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,716 | 4.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,717 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,675 | -2.51% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Charleston
1Charleston Town Hall
125 School Rd, Charleston, ME 04422 View details
Phone: +12072853637 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Charleston, ME. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 487524 | Husson University | Bangor (ME) | 04401-2929 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to Charleston, ME. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAN | Bangor, Maine | 1039 Union St. | BUS |
| ORO | Orono (University of Maine), Maine | Squapan Rd and Gym Dr | 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 Charleston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Post Office | Charleston (ME) | 04422 |
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- Charleston, Pennsylvania township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania with a population of 3,390 people.
- Charleston, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 2,500 people.
- Charleston, Michigan township in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States with a population of 2,048 people.
- Charleston, Mississippi city in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi with a population of 1,882 people.
- Charleston, New York town in Montgomery County, New York with a population of 1,318 people.
- Charleston, Tennessee human settlement in Bradley County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 706 people.
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Other cities in Penobscot County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Penobscot County , ME. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor | 31,998 | City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA |
| Orono | 10,636 | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US |
| Brewer | 8,948 | City in Maine, USA |
| Hampden | 7,513 | Town in Maine, United States of America |
| Old Town | 7,431 | City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States |
| Hermon | 6,104 | Town in Maine |
| Lincoln | 4,882 | Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States |
| Millinocket | 4,244 | City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America |
| Dexter | 3,702 | Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States |
| Orrington | 3,668 | City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America |
| Newport | 3,248 | Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States |
| Holden | 3,120 | Town in Maine, USA |
| Levant | 2,983 | Human settlement in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America |
| Milford | 2,973 | Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America |
| Carmel | 2,857 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Eddington | 2,215 | Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Charleston distances to largest Maine cities