Alfred
A community guide to Alfred in Maine, the United States.
- Population
- 3,073 residents
- Region
- Maine
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 43.4765, -70.7184
Visiting
Alfred welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Maine, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Alfred are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Maine. For travellers passing through the United States, Alfred provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
Economy and services
The economy of Alfred reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Maine. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Maine and the United States. Businesses based in Alfred draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Overview
Alfred is a populated place in Maine, the United States. The community supports 3,073 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Maine. Its position within the broader regional network gives Alfred a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.