Anson is a town located in Somerset 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 47.5 square miles (123.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 300 ft. With a population of approximately 2,583 residents, Anson offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.06% males and 49.94% females, and it has a population density of 54.38 people per square mile (21.00/km²). Anson lies at a latitude of 44.83 and a longitude of -69.92, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.5%), followed by English (26.4%), German (4.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04911.