Where is Farmington Located? - Farmington is a city located in the Franklin County of Maine, United States. Farmington lies between 44.6706 Degrees North latitudes and -70.1512 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Farmington Located?
Farmington is a city located in the Franklin County of Maine, United States. Farmington lies between 44.6706 Degrees North latitudes and -70.1512 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Farmington city is 4168 people and the city has a total area of 55.68 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Farmington, Maine Quick Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Farmington (Town) |
| County | Franklin County |
| State | Maine |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Western Maine, New England |
| Metro Area | |
| Established | 1776 (first settlement) |
| Incorporated | February 1, 1794 |
| 2020 Census Population | 7,592 |
| Land Area | 55.68 sq mi (144.21 sq km) |
| Population Density | 136.4 people per sq mi |
| Latitude | 44.6706° |
| Longitude | -70.1512° |
| FIPS Code | 2300724775 |
| County FIPS | 23007 |
| ZIP Code | 04938, 04940, 04992 |
| Area Code | 207 |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (ET) (UTC−5/UTC−4) |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 2, Maine State Route 4, Maine State Route 27, Maine State Route 43, Maine State Route 156 |
| Public Transit | Regional transportation options through Western Maine Transportation Services |
| School District | Regional School Unit 9 (Mt. Blue Regional School District) |
| Nearby Major City | Augusta, Maine; Lewiston, Maine; Waterville, Maine |
| Airport | Franklin County State Airport; Augusta State Airport (AUG); Portland International Jetport (PWM) |
| Major Attractions | University of Maine at Farmington, Titcomb Mountain, Farmington Fairgrounds, Nordica Homestead Museum, Sandy River, Farmington Historical Society |
| Official Website | https://farmington-maine.org/ |
Transportation and Connectivity in Farmington, Maine
| Transportation Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Franklin County State Airport; Portland International Jetport provides the nearest major commercial air service. |
| IATA Code | Franklin County State Airport has no scheduled IATA passenger code; Portland International Jetport uses PWM. |
| Port | Farmington is an inland town and has no seaport. |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 2 and Maine State Routes 4, 27, 43, 133 and 149. |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No Amtrak station in Farmington; Amtrak Downeaster service is available from Brunswick and Portland. |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Western Maine Transportation Services provides regional public transportation in the Farmington area. |
- U.S. Route 2 — Connects Farmington with Wilton and Rumford to the west and Skowhegan and other communities to the east.
- Maine State Route 4 — Links Farmington with Wilton and Livermore Falls to the south and western Franklin County communities to the north.
- Maine State Route 27 — Connects Farmington with Kingfield and the Sugarloaf area to the north.
- Maine State Route 43 — Provides a local route between Farmington, New Sharon and Chesterville.
- Maine State Route 133 — Connects Farmington with Livermore Falls and communities farther south.
- Maine State Route 149 — Provides access between Farmington and Temple and nearby western Franklin County communities.
Top Places to Visit in Farmington, Maine
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Titcomb Mountain | Ski Area and Recreation |
| Nordica Homestead Museum | Historic Museum |
| University of Maine at Farmington | University and Historic Campus |
| Whistle Stop Trail | Recreational Trail |
| Meetinghouse Park | Historic Park |
| Farmington Historical Society | History Museum |
| Franklin County Courthouse | Historic Government Building |
| Western Maine Play Museum | Children's Museum |
| Mosher Hill Falls | Natural Attraction |
| Sandy River | River and Outdoor Recreation |
Driving Distances from Farmington, Maine to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilton | Maine | 9 | 15 minutes |
| Livermore Falls | Maine | 17 | 25 minutes |
| Rumford | Maine | 30 | 40 minutes |
| Skowhegan | Maine | 32 | 40 minutes |
| Augusta | Maine | 39 | 50 minutes |
| Waterville | Maine | 43 | 55 minutes |
| Lewiston | Maine | 45 | 1 hour |
| Brunswick | Maine | 67 | 1 hour 25 minutes |
| Bangor | Maine | 79 | 1 hour 35 minutes |
| Portland | Maine | 81 | 1 hour 35 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Farmington, Maine
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maine at Farmington | Public | University | Liberal arts and teacher education |
Waterbodies in Farmington, Maine
Sandy River, Wilson Stream, Temple Stream, Beaver Brook, Cascade Brook, Clear Water Pond, Bonney Pond
Stadiums in Farmington, Maine
Hippach Field, Prescott Field, University of Maine at Farmington athletic fields
Golf Courses in Farmington, Maine
Sandy River Golf Course
Farmington, Maine — Key Historical Facts
- Farmington was incorporated as a town on February 1, 1794.
- The Sandy River valley supported farming and helped Farmington develop as a regional community in western Maine.
- The Maine Central Railroad reached Farmington in the 19th century, strengthening the town's connections with other parts of Maine.
- The Western State Normal School opened in Farmington in 1864 and later became the University of Maine at Farmington.
- Farmington serves as the county seat of Franklin County and remains an important education, government and service center for western Maine.
References
- Town of Farmington, Maine
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Franklin County, Maine
- University of Maine at Farmington
- Visit Maine
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