Explore Yarmouth, Maine, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Yarmouth |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Cumberland County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 43.800635 |
| Longitude | -70.186716 |
| Population | 6,125 |
| Density | 451.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 04096 |
| Area Code | 207 |
| County Seat | Portland |
| School District | Yarmouth |
Yarmouth defines its own horizon through the steady, southward pull of the Royal River as it winds toward the salt-sprayed edge of the world. It lies 10.2 miles north-northeast of Portland, ME (from Portland, ME: bearing 20°T), and is situated 3.6 miles east of Cumberland Center. The landscape surrounding Yarmouth carries the weight of ancient stone and the soft, lingering dampness of the northern air. To the east, the tides of White Cove rhythmically pulse against the granite coast, while inland, the quiet depths of Yarmouth Reservoir mirror the shifting gray clouds. In the distance, the silhouette of Mitchell Ledge rises against the sky, a silent sentinel watching over the low-lying spruce and fir. Residents often note how the light at dusk seems to cling to the Pumgustuck waterfall, turning the cascading water into a momentary ribbon of silver before it vanishes into the darkness of the riverbed.
Yarmouth emerged from the labor of early mills and the steady pulse of maritime trade that once relied heavily on the bounty of the sea. The local economy shifted from the timber and shipping industries of the past toward a diverse modern landscape that maintains a deep respect for its industrial roots. Merchants and craftsmen still gather their materials with an eye toward the long winters, preparing for the season when the harbor turns brittle and cold. Even as the pace of life accelerates, the rhythm of the work remains tethered to the natural cycles of the river and the nearby forests, such as the distant Falmouth Town Forest. This continuity ensures that the practical needs of the inhabitants are met with the same reliability that has characterized Yarmouth for generations.
Cultural life in Yarmouth centers on a quiet appreciation for the intersection of communal history and the wild, unyielding beauty of the Atlantic edge. Latchstring Park provides a small, verdant anchor for residents to gather, offering a place where the social fabric of the neighborhood remains tight and unpretentious. The influence of famous individuals like the author Sarah Orne Jewett, who found inspiration in the coastal character of this region, still echoes in the local devotion to storytelling and literature. Landmarks remain understated, favoring the permanence of stone and timber over the fleeting displays of modern artifice. Whether observing the distant shape of The Nubbin from the shore or attending a seasonal event, the people maintain a stoic, thoughtful temperament that values substance over spectacle.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Yarmouth, Maine. Coordinates: 43.800635, -70.186716. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Yarmouth includes the ZIP code (04096), telephone area code (207), county seat of Cumberland County (Portland), and school district assignment (Yarmouth).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |