Jay, Maine
Jay: town in Maine, United States
About
Jay is a town located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Maine. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,851 and a population density of 99 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,598 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Jay
| Population | 4,598 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maine (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Postal code | 04239 |
| Phone Area Codes | 207 |
| Area | 49.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.5040,-70.2162 |
| Altitude | 653 feet / 199 meters |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 22:00:59 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 93 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.5% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 47℉ Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Jay is located at 44°30'14"N 70°12'58"W (44.5039500, -70.2161700).
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Weather
A slight chance of snow showers before 7am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Jay decreased by 5.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,851 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,824 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,798 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,770 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,713 | -1.21% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,664 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,653 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,621 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,607 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,623 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,598 | -0.54% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jay, ME. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161226 | University of Maine at Farmington | Farmington (ME) | 04938-9978 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jay, ME. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGM | Augusta, ME | 9 Industrial Drive | BUS |
| BRK | Brunswick Maine Street Station | 101 Bath Rd. | BUS |
| WST | Wiscasset, Maine | 279 Bath Rd. | BUS |
| FRE | Freeport | 36 Depot Street | RAIL |
| BAT | Bath, Maine | 10 State Rd | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Jay.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jay Post Office | Jay (ME) | 04239 |
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- Jay, Oklahoma city in and county seat of Delaware County, Oklahoma with a population of 2,533 people.
- Jay, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 2,397 people.
- Jay, Florida town in Florida, United States with a population of 653 people.
- Jay, Vermont town in Vermont, United States with a population of 557 people.
Other cities in Franklin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County , ME.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington | 7,632 | County seat of Franklin County, Maine, United States |
| Wilton | 3,929 | Town in Maine |
| New Sharon | 1,424 | City in Mahaska County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Chesterville | 1,348 | City in Morrow County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Strong | 1,152 | Town in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America |
| Rangeley | 1,151 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Phillips | 1,025 | Location in Maine |
| Kingfield | 972 | Town in Maine, United States |
| New Vineyard | 777 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Eustis | 617 | Human settlement in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America |
| Carthage | 536 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Temple | 518 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Avon | 438 | Town in Franklin County, Maine, United States |
| Weld | 417 | Town in Franklin County, Maine, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Jay distances to largest Maine cities