Georgetown Connecticut Map

About Georgetown, Connecticut

Georgetown is a locality in Western Connecticut (Fairfield County), Connecticut, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,932. The population density is 235.6 people per km². Georgetown is located at 41.2557°N, 73.4348°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 6896.

Georgetown lies at the confluence of winding roads and the gentle swell of the land, a place where the scent of pine needles mingles with the distant hum of the Merritt Parkway. It lies 9.6 miles north of Norwalk, CT (from Norwalk, CT: bearing 352°T), and is situated 9.7 miles south of Danbury. The terrain here, a thoughtful blend of rolling hills and shadowed valleys, speaks of a landscape shaped by glaciers and time, its contours softened by a persistent, verdant growth. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, spills across the open fields and slants through the mature trees that line the older streets, casting long, languid shadows that lend a quiet dignity to the scene. The air itself often carries a crispness, a hint of the nearby Long Island Sound, even when the coast is miles away, a subtle reminder of the region's maritime legacy. The history of Georgetown is etched into the very stones and timbers of its older buildings, a testament to a past woven with industry and innovation. Once a vibrant hub for textile manufacturing, its mills along the Norwalk River, now largely repurposed, whisper stories of a bygone era when the water’s power drove the looms and the rhythm of the factory dictated the pace of life. Today, Georgetown’s economy has diversified, drawing strength from its proximity to larger metropolitan areas while retaining a distinct character. The presence of smaller businesses and artisanal shops reflects a community that values craftsmanship and a connection to its roots, a quiet resilience that has allowed Georgetown to adapt and endure through changing times.

About This Georgetown Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Georgetown, Connecticut with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Georgetown and Western Connecticut County.

Detailed location data for Georgetown includes the ZIP code (6896), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of Western Connecticut County, and school district assignment (Wilton School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Georgetown is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.