Gloucester is a town located in Cumberland 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 47.1 square miles (122.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 320 ft. With a population of approximately 4,803 residents, Gloucester offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.55% males and 49.45% females, and it has a population density of 101.97 people per square mile (39.37/km²). Gloucester lies at a latitude of 43.96 and a longitude of -70.29, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.8%), followed by English (27%), German (10.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04260.