Camden
Town in Knox County, Maine
Camden is a town in Knox County, Maine, with 5,232 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 207 ft (63 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Rockport, 3.9 miles S.
- 5,232residents (2020 Census)
- 207 ftelevation · 63 m
- 18.2 sq miland area · 47.2 km²
- 287 / sq mipopulation density
- 04843ZIP code
About Camden
Camden is a town in Knox County, Maine, United States. The population was 5,232 at the 2020 census. Located on Penobscot Bay at the mouth of the Megunticook River, Camden is one of the few places on the Atlantic seaboard where mountains meet the sea.
The town was incorporated in 1791 and named after Charles Pratt, 1st Earl Camden, a supporter of American colonial rights. Camden developed as an industrial center in the 19th century, with mills along the Megunticook River supporting shipbuilding, textile manufacturing, and lime production. The local shipyards launched notable vessels including the first six-masted schooner ever built.
Beginning in the 1880s, Camden transformed into a prominent summer colony, attracting wealthy seasonal residents from northeastern cities who built elaborate mansions along the waterfront. The town has maintained cultural significance as the one-time residence of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Edna St. Vincent Millay and home to institutions including the Camden International Film Festival. Camden's scenic harbor and historic architecture have made it a popular location for filmmakers across two centuries.
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Living in Camden
- Median household income
- $82,344
- Median home value
- $520,600
- Median rent
- $1,269/mo
- Median age
- 52.2
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Camden had 5,232 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,232 |
|---|---|
| Density | 287 per sq mi (111 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Camden at a glance
| State | Maine (ME) |
|---|---|
| County | Knox County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 5,232 (2020) |
| Land area | 18.24 sq mi (47.2 km²) |
| Water area | 8.45 sq mi (21.87 km²) |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.2223° N, 69.0628° W |
| ZIP code | 04843 |
| Official website | camdenmaine.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2301309725 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Camden
- Rockport3.9 mi S
- Lincolnville5.5 mi N
- Hope6.4 mi W
- Islesboro7.3 mi NE
- Rockland7.6 mi SW
- Owls Head9.1 mi S
- North Haven9.4 mi SE
- Thomaston9.6 mi SW
- Northport10.1 mi N
- Union11.1 mi W
- Warren11.1 mi SW
- Appleton11.5 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Camden
What county is Camden in?
Camden is in Knox County, Maine.
What is the population of Camden, ME?
5,232 people lived in Camden at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Camden, ME?
The ZIP code of Camden is 04843.
What is the elevation of Camden?
207 feet (63 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Camden?
Rockport (3.9 mi), Lincolnville (5.5 mi), Hope (6.4 mi), Islesboro (7.3 mi), Rockland (7.6 mi).
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