Waltham
A community guide to Waltham in Maine, the United States.
- Population
- 318 residents
- Region
- Maine
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 44.7092, -68.3384
History
The history of Waltham is bound up with the broader story of Maine. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United States, Waltham has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Overview
Waltham is a populated place in Maine, the United States. The community supports 318 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Maine. Its position within the broader regional network gives Waltham a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Community and amenities
Waltham offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Maine: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Waltham's residents. Visitors passing through Waltham encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Geography and location
Waltham sits at approximate coordinates 44.7092 latitude and -68.3384 longitude within Maine. The terrain and natural features around Waltham reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Maine road network providing the principal routes in and out.