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East Hartford Connecticut Map

Explore East Hartford, Connecticut, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of East Hartford, Connecticut

How to Use This East Hartford, Connecticut Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for East Hartford, Connecticut. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Connecticut or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to East Hartford.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityEast Hartford
StateConnecticut (CT)
CountyHartford County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude41.760695
Longitude-72.607646
Population51,045
Density1094.5 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes06108, 06118, 06128, 06138
Area Code203, 475, 860, 959
County SeatHartford
School DistrictEast Hartford School District

About East Hartford, Connecticut

East Hartford is a locality in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. It has a population of 51,045. The population density is 1094.5 people per km². East Hartford is located at 41.7607°N, 72.6076°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 06108, 06118, 06128.

East Hartford occupies a steady, inland expanse of terrain defined by the quiet persistence of the Hockanum River as it winds toward its confluence. It lies 4.0 miles east-northeast of Hartford, CT (from Hartford, CT: bearing 71°T), and is situated 6.8 miles east-northeast of West Hartford. The landscape is characterized by a subtle, low-lying topography that rises toward the modest elevation of Wickham Hill, which stands as a silent sentinel over the local horizon. Residents often observe the way the afternoon light catches the water of the Hockanum River, turning the surface into a ribbon of burnished bronze before the shadows deepen across the flatlands. Further afield, the distant, gentle rise of the Glastonbury Meadows adds a sense of depth to the regional vista, while the dense, quiet stillness of the Newton Brainard Forest remains a reachable refuge for those seeking the shade of older growth.

Settlement in East Hartford began as an extension of the broader regional expansion, moving outward from the riverbank to cultivate the fertile, accessible soil. Early inhabitants recognized the utility of the land’s positioning, establishing roots that transitioned from agricultural holdings to a more structured, organized layout as the decades passed. The architecture of the older sections still whispers of these formative years, with sturdy, pragmatic construction that reflects the industrious spirit of those who first cleared the brush and laid the foundations. Over time, the identity of East Hartford solidified, evolving from a sparse collection of homesteads into a place that holds its own distinct history within the broader narrative of the region.

Modern life in East Hartford is driven by a robust industrial heritage that continues to shape its infrastructure and economic vitality. The presence of major aerospace and manufacturing facilities anchors the local economy, providing a steady pulse of activity that supports a wide network of smaller enterprises and services. Infrastructure remains focused on the efficient movement of goods and people, with wide thoroughfares that connect the industrial centers to residential districts. While higher education is primarily accessed through nearby regional institutions, the local schools and technical training centers provide a foundational path for the workforce, ensuring that the town remains a functional, productive node in the regional network.

Cultural expression in East Hartford often finds its focus in the Hockanum River Linear Park, a space that invites residents to walk, jog, or simply observe the seasonal shifts of the riparian environment. For those with a more rigorous pace, the East Hartford Cross Country Ski and Jogging Trails offer a dedicated path through the landscape, providing an active connection to the outdoors. The town maintains a deep interest in regional sports, with the energy of college football often spilling over from the nearby stadium, transforming the atmosphere on game days into a collective, vibrant experience. While Lily Pond offers a quiet, singular point of reflection for the contemplative traveler, the true character of East Hartford is found in the daily rhythm of its residents as they navigate the parks, the trails, and the steady, unpretentious flow of life in the interior.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Nicholas Foran Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 141° SE
  • Hockanum River Linear Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 345° N
  • Veterans Memorial Soccer Field (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 087° E
  • Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 064° NE
  • Laurel Lake (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 064° NE
  • Wickham Park (Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 043° NE
  • Equality (Public Artwork) — 2.6 mi, 268° W
  • Maximilian E. And Marion O. Hoffman Foundation Science Theate (Cinema) — 3.2 mi, 275° W
  • Spotlight Theatre (Cinema) — 3.2 mi, 272° W
  • William H. Putnam (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 276° W
  • Site Of The Charter Oak (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 268° W
  • Dr. Horace Wells (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 274° W
  • TheaterWorks (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 276° W
  • Windsor Meadows State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 326° NW
  • Wethersfield Art Academy (Arts Centre) — 3.9 mi, 231° SW
  • Myths, Minds and Medicine Museum (Museum) — 4.0 mi, 258° W
  • Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum (Museum) — 4.1 mi, 215° SW
  • Constitution Oak (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 214° SW
  • Connecticut River Water Access (State Recreation Area) — 4.1 mi, 331° NW
  • Silas W. Robbins House (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 213° SW
  • Geographic Center of Hartford (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 276° W
  • Aquatic Wildlife (Aquarium) — 4.4 mi, 039° NE
  • Lutz Animal Room (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 4.5 mi, 094° E
  • Lost City Lazer Battle @ Nomad's (Theme Park) — 4.8 mi, 359° N
  • Matianuck Sand Dunes Natural Area Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.8 mi, 311° NW
  • Connecticut Museum of Culture and History (Museum) — 5.1 mi, 280° W
  • Manchester Reservoir Property (Waterfowl Production Area) — 5.1 mi, 106° E
  • Nike Missile Site (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 108° E
  • Scantic River State Park (State Park) — 6.8 mi, 007° N
  • Silvio O. Conte National Fish And Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.4 mi, 184° S · 74k acres

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About This East Hartford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of East Hartford, Connecticut. Coordinates: 41.760695, -72.607646. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for East Hartford includes the ZIP code (06108, 06118, 06128), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of Hartford County (Hartford), and school district assignment (East Hartford School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.