Greenwich Connecticut Map

About Greenwich, Connecticut

Greenwich is a locality in Western Connecticut (Fairfield County), Connecticut, United States. It has a population of 13,836. Greenwich is located at 41.0265°N, 73.6285°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 6830.

Greenwich unfolds with a distinct grace, its landscape a gentle swell and dip that hints at the underlying bedrock. It lies 2.6 miles north-east of Port Chester, NY (from Port Chester, NY: bearing 49°T), and is situated 5.0 miles west-south-west of Stamford. The air, particularly in the late afternoons as the sun begins its descent, carries a faint saline tang, a whisper from the Long Island Sound that shapes its southern edge. Here, ancient oaks and maples, their branches gnarled like arthritic fingers, cast long, shifting shadows across manicured lawns and winding lanes, creating a mosaic of light and shade that shifts with the day. The character of Greenwich is one of quiet prosperity, a place where the natural beauty of rolling hills and verdant woods is meticulously preserved, yet undeniably shaped by human hands. This venerable locale, established in the 17th century by settlers drawn by fertile lands and access to the Sound, has long been a crossroads of commerce and culture. Its economic heart, once beating with the pulse of agriculture and maritime trade, has gracefully transitioned through phases of manufacturing and now thrives as a hub for finance and a desirable address for those seeking a refined lifestyle close to the metropolitan energy. The historic Byram River, a ribbon of blue winding through the town, once powered mills and now reflects the sky, a constant reminder of the waterway that has sustained Greenwich through centuries. Notable estates, remnants of Gilded Age affluence, dot the landscape, testaments to a history of wealth and influence, while its vibrant downtown offers a sophisticated blend of boutique shops and renowned culinary establishments, a testament to Greenwich's enduring appeal.

About This Greenwich Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Greenwich, 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 Greenwich and Western Connecticut County.

Detailed location data for Greenwich includes the ZIP code (6830), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of Western Connecticut County (Bridgeport), and school district assignment (Greenwich 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 Greenwich is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.