Caribou is a city located in Aroostook County, in the state of Maine (ME), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 79.3 square miles (205.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 442 ft. With a population of approximately 8,312 residents, Caribou offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.23% males and 51.77% females, and it has a population density of 104.82 people per square mile (40.47/km²). Caribou lies at a latitude of 46.86 and a longitude of -68, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.4%), followed by English (16.4%), German (0%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04736.