Where is Gorham, Maine, USA?

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Where is Gorham Located? - Gorham is a city located in the Cumberland County of Maine, United States. Gorham lies between 42.4858692 Degrees North latitudes and 83.1052028 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Gorham, Maine

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Where is Gorham?: The Google Map showing the location of Gorham in the U.S. state of Maine.

Where is Gorham Located?

Gorham is a city located in the Cumberland County of Maine, United States. Gorham lies between 42.4858692 Degrees North latitudes and 83.1052028 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Gorham city is 7469 people and the city has a total area of 7.66 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Gorham, Maine Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGorham
CountyCumberland County
StateMaine
State CapitalAugusta
US RegionNortheastern United States
Latitude43.6795°N
Longitude70.4442°W
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Land Area29.76 sq mi
Water Area0.32 sq mi
Total Area30.08 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)18,336 (Census 2020)
Population Density (per sq mi)Approximately 616
ZIP Code04038
Area Code207
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code23-28280
Congressional DistrictMaine's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Gorham, Maine

  • Westbrook, Maine — 7 mi Southeast
  • Windham, Maine — 8 mi Northeast
  • Portland, Maine — 12 mi Southeast
  • Scarborough, Maine — 15 mi Southeast
  • South Portland, Maine — 14 mi Southeast
  • Standish, Maine — 15 mi Northwest
  • Falmouth, Maine — 16 mi East
  • Biddeford, Maine — 28 mi South
  • Bridgton, Maine — 35 mi Northwest
  • Augusta, Maine — 65 mi Northeast

Driving Distances from Gorham, Maine

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
WestbrookMaine715 minutes
WindhamMaine815 minutes
PortlandMaine1225 minutes
South PortlandMaine1430 minutes
ScarboroughMaine1530 minutes
FalmouthMaine1630 minutes
StandishMaine1530 minutes
BiddefordMaine2845 minutes
BridgtonMaine3555 minutes
AugustaMaine651 hour 20 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Gorham, Maine

TransportationDetails
Airport NamePortland International Jetport
IATA CodePWM
PortPort of Portland
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 202, Maine State Route 25, Maine State Route 114
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak Downeaster service available in Portland
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGreater Portland METRO regional bus service
  • U.S. Route 202 - Major highway connecting Gorham with Portland and western Maine communities.
  • Maine State Route 25 - Regional route providing access to Portland and surrounding towns.
  • Maine State Route 114 - Local highway connecting Gorham with nearby rural areas.

What are top Places to Visit in Gorham, Maine

Landmark NameType
Gorham Historical Society MuseumMuseum
Presumpscot RiverNatural Attraction
Little Falls Recreation AreaRecreation Area
Douglas MountainScenic Area
White Mountains National ForestNational Forest
Sebago Lake State ParkState Park
Fogg Brook Resort AreaOutdoor Recreation Area
University of Southern Maine CampusEducational Attraction
Portland Museum of ArtMuseum
Old Port Historic DistrictHistoric District

Colleges and Universities in Gorham, Maine

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Southern Maine - Gorham CampusPublicUniversityEducation, liberal arts, sciences, and professional programs
Southern Maine Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education, applied sciences, and workforce training
University of New EnglandPrivateUniversityHealth sciences, marine sciences, and professional programs
University of MainePublicUniversityResearch, engineering, agriculture, and academic programs
Gorham School DepartmentPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education services

Waterbodies in Gorham, Maine

Presumpscot River, Little River, Stroudwater River, Great Falls, Otter Ponds, Sebago Lake

Golf Courses in Gorham, Maine

Meadowbrook Golf Course, Gorham Country Club, Riverside Golf Course, Nonesuch River Golf Club, Purpoodock Club

Gorham, Maine — Key Historical Facts

  • Gorham was first settled in the eighteenth century and was incorporated as a town in 1764.
  • The town was named after Captain John Gorham, a colonial military officer and early regional figure.
  • Gorham developed through farming, lumbering, and small-scale manufacturing along local waterways.
  • The arrival of rail transportation in the nineteenth century helped connect Gorham with Portland and surrounding communities.
  • Today, Gorham is known for its historic character, educational institutions, outdoor recreation, and location within the Greater Portland metropolitan area.

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