Prospect, Maine
Prospect: human settlement in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America
About
Prospect is a city located in the county of Waldo in the U.S. state of Maine. Its population at the 2010 census was 709 and a population density of 35 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 750 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Prospect
| Population | 750 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maine (United States) |
| County | Waldo County |
| Postal code | 04981 |
| Phone Area Codes | 207 |
| Area | 20.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.5531,-68.8648 |
| Altitude | 115 feet / 35 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:07:33 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 37 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.47% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Prospect is located at 44°33'11"N 68°51'53"W (44.5531300, -68.8647600).
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Official website of Prospect
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Prospect increased by 5.47% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 709 | - | census |
| 2011 | 711 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 712 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 714 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 718 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 722 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 728 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 743 | 2.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 742 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 746 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 750 | 0.53% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Prospect
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Prospect, ME. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161299 | Maine Maritime Academy | Castine (ME) | 04420-0001 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Prospect, ME. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRT | Searsport, Maine | 161 East Main St. | BUS |
| BFT | Belfast, Maine | Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1 | BUS |
| BAN | Bangor, Maine | 1039 Union St. | BUS |
| LCV | Lincolnville, Maine | 2512 Atlantic Highway | BUS |
| ORO | Orono (University of Maine), Maine | Squapan Rd and Gym Dr | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Prospect.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Buckspor Post Office | Bucksport (ME) | 04416 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Prospect, Connecticut town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 9,755 people.
- Prospect, Kentucky city in Kentucky with a population of 4,842 people.
- Prospect, Kansas township in Butler County, Kansas with a population of 2,402 people.
- Prospect, Pennsylvania township in Butler County, Kansas with a population of 1,135 people.
- Prospect, Pennsylvania borough in Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 1,112 people.
- Prospect, Ohio human settlement in Marion County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 994 people.
- Prospect, North Carolina census-designated place in Robeson County, North Carolina with a population of 981 people.
Other cities in Waldo County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Waldo County , ME. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 6,708 | City in Maine, United States |
| Winterport | 4,028 | Town in Waldo County, Maine, United States |
| Searsport | 2,634 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Lincolnville | 2,252 | City in Marion County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Unity | 2,111 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Stockton Springs | 1,640 | City in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America |
| Northport | 1,593 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Searsmont | 1,424 | City in United States of America |
| Swanville | 1,359 | City in Morrison County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Burnham | 1,243 | Town in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America |
| Frankfort | 1,196 | Town in Maine |
| Brooks | 1,139 | Town in Maine, USA |
| Troy | 1,053 | Town in Waldo County, Maine, United States |
| Liberty | 977 | Town in Maine, United States |
| Monroe | 948 | Town in Waldo County, Maine, United States |
| Morrill | 897 | Human settlement in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America |