New Milford Connecticut Map

About New Milford, Connecticut

New Milford is a locality in Western Connecticut (Fairfield County), Connecticut, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,160. New Milford is located at 41.5770°N, 73.4085°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 6776.

New Milford unfolds across rolling hills, a landscape shaped by ancient glaciers and the persistent flow of the Housatonic River. It lies 12.8 miles north of Danbury, CT (from Danbury, CT: bearing 11°T), and is situated 9.6 miles east-south-east of Wingdale. The terrain here is a mosaic of dense woodlands, where sunlight filters through a canopy of oak and maple, interspersed with open fields that hint at past cultivation and present-day pastures. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a crisp, earthy scent, a testament to the fertile soil and the proximity of extensive natural reserves. The Housatonic itself, a broad ribbon of water, glints under the sky, its presence a constant, calming influence on the surrounding topography, its banks often fringed with reeds and the occasional weathered stone wall. Historically, New Milford was a significant hub for agricultural endeavors and, at one time, a center for the manufacture of silk, an industry that left its mark on the architectural styles of some of the older buildings. The town's economy now leans more towards a blend of small businesses, artisan shops, and a growing appreciation for its natural beauty, drawing visitors to its parks and the expansive Candlewood Lake. The legacy of its founding fathers is evident in the well-preserved town green and the enduring sense of community that permeates daily life, a quiet continuity that feels both grounded and gracefully resilient.

About This New Milford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of New Milford, Connecticut — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.577039, -73.408454. 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 New Milford and Western Connecticut County.

Detailed location data for New Milford includes the ZIP code (6776), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of Western Connecticut County (Bridgeport), and school district assignment (New Milford 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 New Milford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.