Brewer is a city 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 15.1 square miles (39.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 70 ft. With a population of approximately 8,987 residents, Brewer offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.69% males and 52.31% females, and it has a population density of 595.17 people per square mile (229.79/km²). Brewer lies at a latitude of 44.79 and a longitude of -68.75, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.9%), followed by English (25%), German (7.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04412.