Machias is a town located in Washington 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 35.2 square miles (91.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 43 ft. With a population of approximately 1,298 residents, Machias offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.07% males and 51.93% females, and it has a population density of 36.88 people per square mile (14.24/km²). Machias lies at a latitude of 44.76 and a longitude of -67.4, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.3%), followed by English (41.2%), German (3.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04630.