Skowhegan 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 59.0 square miles (153.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 175 ft. With a population of approximately 8,824 residents, Skowhegan offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.76% males and 52.24% females, and it has a population density of 149.56 people per square mile (57.75/km²). Skowhegan lies at a latitude of 44.77 and a longitude of -69.69, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (11.6%), followed by English (20.3%), German (0%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04976.