Quick Summary:

  • Question: Where is Maine located and what is its size?
  • Answer: Located in the New England region in the northeastern part of the United States, Maine is the 12th smallest of the states in terms of size.
  • Question: What is the population of Maine compared to other states?
  • Answer: Maine has the 9th smallest population too, making it one of the top 15 most sparsely populated states overall.


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3. Bangor

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4. The Fourth Largest City in Maine - South Portland

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5. The Fifth Largest City in Maine - Auburn

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