Where is Brewer, Maine, USA?

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Where is Brewer Located? - Brewer is a city located in the Penobscot County of Maine, United States. Brewer lies between 42.4594803 Degrees North latitudes and 83.1827051 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Brewer, Maine

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Where is Brewer Located?

Brewer is a city located in the Penobscot County of Maine, United States. Brewer lies between 42.4594803 Degrees North latitudes and 83.1827051 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Brewer city is 9672 people and the city has a total area of 15.24 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Brewer, Maine Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityBrewer
CountyPenobscot County
StateMaine
State CapitalAugusta
CountryUnited States
US RegionNortheast
Latitude44.7967°N
Longitude68.7610°W
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Land Area15.13 sq mi
Water Area1.54 sq mi
Total Area16.67 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)9,672
Population DensityApproximately 639 per sq mi
ZIP Code04412
Area Code207
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code23-06240
Congressional DistrictMaine's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities and Towns to Brewer, Maine

  • Bangor, Maine - 2 mi West
  • Holden, Maine - 8 mi South
  • Hampden, Maine - 9 mi South
  • Orono, Maine - 10 mi Northwest
  • Veazie, Maine - 4 mi Northwest
  • Hermon, Maine - 10 mi West
  • Old Town, Maine - 13 mi Northwest
  • Brewer Riverfront Area, Maine - Local
  • Dedham, Maine - 15 mi Southeast
  • Orrington, Maine - 10 mi East

Brewer, Maine Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Precipitation (in)
January2793.6
April52333.5
July78573.3
October57414.0
Annual543743.5
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate ClassificationHumid Continental (Köppen Dfb)
Annual PrecipitationApproximately 43.5 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 175 days
Severe Weather RiskModerate - Heavy snow, ice storms, coastal storms and cold waves
Annual SnowfallApproximately 65 inches

Driving Distances from Brewer, Maine

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
BangorMaine25 min
VeazieMaine410 min
OronoMaine1015 min
HampdenMaine912 min
HermonMaine1015 min
Old TownMaine1320 min
HoldenMaine815 min
OrringtonMaine1015 min
DedhamMaine1525 min
EllsworthMaine3035 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Brewer, Maine

TransportationDetails
Nearest AirportBangor International Airport
IATA CodeBGR
Nearest Major AirportPortland International Jetport
Major HighwaysInterstate 95, U.S. Route 1A, State Route 15
Rail ServiceFreight rail via Pan Am Railways (regional)
Local TransitCommunity Connector Bus (Bangor region)
  • Interstate 95 connects Brewer to Bangor, Augusta and the Canadian border, making it the main north-south corridor.
  • U.S. Route 1A runs through the Bangor-Brewer area and links nearby Penobscot River communities.
  • Bangor International Airport, just across the river, provides regional and limited international flights.
  • The Penobscot River bridge connections make Brewer closely integrated with Bangor’s commercial and transportation network.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Brewer, Maine

LandmarkType
Brewer RiverwalkWaterfront Walkway
Indian Trail ParkCommunity Park
Marina ParkWaterfront Park
Brewer AuditoriumEvent Venue
Wilson Street Historic DistrictHistoric Area
South Brewer Historic DistrictHistoric District
Bangor-Brewer Bridge ViewsScenic Spot
Penobscot RiverfrontNatural Waterfront Area
Eastern Maine Medical Center AreaUrban Landmark Zone
Brewer Community CenterCivic Center

Colleges and Universities in Brewer, Maine

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
University of MainePublicResearch UniversityEngineering, business, forestry and marine sciences
University of Maine at AugustaPublicUniversityOnline learning, education and applied sciences
Eastern Maine Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical training and associate degrees
Husson UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, pharmacy, health sciences and aviation
Bangor Theological Seminary (historical)PrivateTheological SchoolReligious studies (closed institution)
University of Maine at MachiasPublicUniversityMarine biology, education and environmental studies

Waterbodies in Brewer, Maine

Penobscot River, Kenduskeag Stream, Brewer Lake, Dead Stream, Souadabscook Stream, Hermon Pond (nearby), Pushaw Lake, Fields Pond, Pushaw Stream, Cold Brook.

Golf Courses in Brewer, Maine

Penobscot Valley Country Club, Rocky Knoll Country Club, Bangor Municipal Golf Course, Hermon Meadow Golf Club, Foxcroft Golf Club, Lucerne Golf Club, Jato Highlands Golf Course, Hermon Golf Club.

Brewer, Maine - Key Historical Facts

  • Brewer was first settled in the late 18th century and officially incorporated as a town in 1812, named after Colonel John Brewer.
  • The city developed along the Penobscot River, where lumbering and shipbuilding were major early industries.
  • Brewer’s riverfront location made it an important industrial and transportation hub during Maine’s timber trade era.
  • The construction of bridges linking Brewer and Bangor helped strengthen regional commerce and urban development.
  • Over time, the economy shifted from lumber and manufacturing to services, healthcare, and retail industries.
  • Today, Brewer is known for its riverfront parks, suburban neighborhoods, and close connection to Bangor’s metropolitan economy.

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