Orono is a town located in Penobscot 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 18.2 square miles (47.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 132 ft. With a population of approximately 9,112 residents, Orono offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.63% males and 49.37% females, and it has a population density of 500.66 people per square mile (193.31/km²). Orono lies at a latitude of 44.89 and a longitude of -68.68, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7%), followed by English (15.6%), German (8.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04473.