Information on Fort Kent, Aroostook County
The Town of Fort Kent is located in the state of Maine, in Aroostook County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Fort Kent Town HALL, Aroostook County
| Fort Kent Town Hall's address | Fort Kent Fort Kent Municipal Building 416 West Main Street Fort Kent ME 04743 United States | |
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| Phone number of Fort Kent Town Hall | +1 207-834-3090 | |
| Fort Kent, ME email | Not available | |
| Fort Kent official website | fortkent.org | |
| Mayor of Fort Kent | ||
| Birth Certificate | Order your Maine birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Fort Kent
What county is Fort Kent ME in?Fort Kent, ME is located in Aroostook County |
Where is Fort Kent, Maine ?Fort Kent is located in Aroostook County. Situated in the northernmost part of Maine, it lies at the confluence of the Saint John and Fish Rivers, directly across from the Canadian town of Clair in New Brunswick. The town marks the northern terminus of U.S. Route 1. Fort Kent is approximately 20 miles northeast of the city of Madawaska. |
What is the cost of living in Fort Kent ME ? |
Fort Kent administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Maine |
| County | Aroostook - other counties in Maine |
Fort Kent building department, ME
If you're planning a construction project in Fort Kent, ME, securing the necessary permits is an essential first step. You can request your permit from the Fort Kent Code Enforcement Office, which is responsible for overseeing building regulations and ensuring compliance with local codes. It's advisable to contact the office directly for detailed information on the associated fees and the time it takes to process your application, as these can vary depending on the project's scope and complexity. By doing so, you can ensure a smooth start to your building endeavors and avoid any potential delays.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Fort Kent's town hall or Aroostook County authorities directly. |
Demography of Fort Kent
| Name of Fort Kent inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 4 233 inhabitants | 74 / 4 854 | ||
| Population density in Fort Kent | 76,5 pop/sq mi (29,6 pop/km²) | |||
List of Passport Facilities in Fort Kent, ME
Where to apply for a passport in Fort Kent, ME? There are 1 passport offices in Fort Kent, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| FORT KENT POST OFFICE | 152 WEST MAIN ST | 2078343313 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Fort Kent
There are 3 bank branches in Fort Kent.
Katahdin Trust Company is the most popular bank in Fort Kent with 1 branch offices, followed by KeyBank National Association with 1 branch offices and then TD Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Fort Kent:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| Katahdin Trust Company | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| KeyBank National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| TD Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Fort Kent administrative numbers
| Fort Kent Town code | 2325755 |
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| Fort Kent Town postcode | 04743 (2 other communities with the same postcode) |
Transportation modes in Fort Kent
| Airport | Caribou Municipal Airport 36.1 miles Northern Maine Regional Airport at Presque Isle 45.1 miles Houlton International Airport 85.3 miles |
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Fort Kent territory
| Fort Kent area | 55,30 sq mi (143,22 km²) |
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| Fort Kent altitude | 709 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 47.2353 Longitude: -68.5657 Latitude: 47° 14' 7'' North Longitude: 68° 33' 57'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Fort Kent | Currently, the town Fort Kent isn’t twinned |
| Natural parks | Fort Kent isn't part of a natural park |
What is Fort Kent close to?
| Nearby cities include: Clair, Baker Brook, New Canada and Wallagrass | ||
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 Clair | Clair | Baker Brook |
| Clair |  | Baker Brook |
| Wallagrass | New Canada | New Canada |
| Clair 2.1 miles | Baker Brook 5.2 miles | New Canada 6.3 miles |
| Wallagrass 6.3 miles | Saint-François-de-Madawaska 6.4 miles | Lac-Baker 7.8 miles |
| Frenchville 8.3 miles | Saint-Hilaire 8.9 miles | Saint John Plantation 11.4 miles |
| St. Agatha 11.7 miles | Eagle Lake 12.9 miles | Edmundston 14.7 miles |
| Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande 14.8 miles | Saint-Basile 10 15.3 miles | Madawaska 15.3 miles |
| St. Francis 15.7 miles | Saint-François 16.7 miles | Saint-Jacques 17 miles |
| Saint-Marc-du-Lac-Long 18.7 miles | Saint-Basile 19.5 miles | Packington 20 miles |
Distance between Fort Kent and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2720 miles | Houston : 1872 miles | Philadelphia : 598 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2442 miles | San Antonio : 2017 miles | San Diego : 2709 miles |
| Dallas : 1782 miles | San Jose : 2755 miles | Jacksonville : 1362 miles |
| Indianapolis : 1019 miles | San Francisco : 2796 miles | Austin : 1943 miles |
| Columbus : 877 miles | Fort Worth : 1808 miles | Charlotte : 1046 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Fort Kent, ME
Elementary schools in Fort Kent
Fort Kent Elementary School
District of Maine School Admin District 27Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 429
Middle schools in Fort Kent
Valley Rivers Middle School
District of Maine School Admin District 27Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 133
High schools in Fort Kent
Fort Kent Community High School
District of Maine School Admin District 27Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 277
Leisure and activities in Fort Kent surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Fort Kent Golf Club | |