Amherst is a town located in Hancock 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 39.0 square miles (101.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 301 ft. With a population of approximately 230 residents, Amherst offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 55.22% males and 44.78% females, and it has a population density of 5.90 people per square mile (2.28/km²). Amherst lies at a latitude of 44.83 and a longitude of -68.39, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.5%), followed by English (23%), German (13.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code N/A.