Riverside Connecticut Map

About Riverside, Connecticut

Riverside is a locality in Western Connecticut (Fairfield County), Connecticut, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,954. The population density is 1469.5 people per km². Riverside is located at 41.0337°N, 73.5782°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 57818.

Riverside unfolds with the quiet dignity of a place that knows its own worth, a sliver of Fairfield County where the land slopes gently towards the Long Island Sound. It lies 2.5 miles west-south-west of Stamford, CT (from Stamford, CT: bearing 236°T), and is situated 9.6 miles east of White Plains. Here, the air carries the briny tang of the coast, mingling with the scent of pine and the distant hum of suburban life. Mature oaks and maples, their branches gnarled like old storytellers, frame manicured lawns and the occasional weathered shingle-style home, hinting at an enduring elegance. The terrain, not dramatic but subtly contoured, offers glimpses of well-tended gardens and the glint of sunlight on the placid waters of inlets that finger inland, creating a peaceful, almost contemplative landscape. This stretch of Connecticut coastline has long been a haven for those seeking a blend of natural beauty and refined living. Riverside's history is intertwined with the broader narrative of the region's development, evolving from its agricultural roots into a desirable residential area. The local economy, while now largely driven by commuter services and professional employment in nearby cities, still whispers of its past through the preservation of certain architectural styles and the enduring presence of community-focused businesses. The shoreline itself, a ribbon of sandy beaches and rocky outcrops, provides a constant, gentle reminder of the powerful, elemental force of the Sound, its tides shaping the very character of Riverside.

About This Riverside Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Riverside, Connecticut — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.033708, -73.57818. 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 Riverside and Western Connecticut County.

Detailed location data for Riverside includes the ZIP code (06878), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of Western Connecticut County, 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 Riverside is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.