Explore Shelton, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Shelton, 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 Shelton.
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.
| City | Shelton |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | New Haven County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 41.304577 |
| Longitude | -73.139215 |
| Population | 40,869 |
| Density | 515.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 06484 |
| Area Code | 203, 475, 860, 959 |
| County Seat | New Haven |
| School District | Shelton School District |
Shelton defines itself by the persistent, rhythmic pulse of the Burying Ground Brook as it carves a path through the varied terrain. The landscape rises toward the modest elevation of Coram Hill, while the low-lying basin of Buttermilk Hollow creates a quiet contrast in the topography. A short distance away, the waters of Pink House Cove offer a coastal influence, reflecting the shifting sky upon its surface. Those seeking a broader expanse of water often look toward the stillness of Trap Falls Reservoir, which holds the light of late afternoon in a deep, glassy embrace. Beyond the immediate view, the distant shadows of Paugussett State Forest provide a backdrop to a region defined by its deliberate, measured pace.
Shelton emerged from the grit of industrial ambition, transforming from raw colonial potential into a powerhouse of manufacturing. The local economy shifted over generations from the clamor of heavy mills to a more diverse landscape of corporate headquarters and professional services. Iron and textile production once fueled the growth of the region, leaving behind a legacy of resilience etched into the sturdy architecture of the older districts. Today, the economy sustains itself through a careful balance, honoring the labor of those who built the foundation while adapting to modern commercial demands. This evolution remains visible in the repurposed spaces that serve as the quiet backbone of the local industry.
Shelton cultivates a character shaped by the intersection of suburban comfort and a lingering, industrious spirit. The Shelton-Derby Skate Park serves as a contemporary anchor for younger generations, standing as a testament to the town's commitment to active, shared spaces. Residents often find themselves wandering the nearby Regicides Trail, where the earth feels ancient beneath the tread of modern boots. While the area has seen many faces pass through, it remains anchored by the quiet dignity of those who choose to call it home. The local atmosphere is defined by the quality of air that carries the scent of damp earth and the subtle, persistent hum of a place that knows its own worth without needing to shout.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Shelton, Connecticut. Coordinates: 41.304577, -73.139215. 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 Shelton includes the ZIP code (06484), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of New Haven County (New Haven), and school district assignment (Shelton 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 generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |