Hampden 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 38.1 square miles (99.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 132 ft. With a population of approximately 6,327 residents, Hampden offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.38% males and 51.62% females, and it has a population density of 166.06 people per square mile (64.12/km²). Hampden lies at a latitude of 44.75 and a longitude of -68.88, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.5%), followed by English (20.9%), German (9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 04444.