Cumberland Indiana Map

About Cumberland, Indiana

Cumberland is a locality in Marion County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,267. The population density is 845.4 people per km². Cumberland is located at 39.7762°N, 85.9572°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. ZIP code: 46229.

Cumberland, Indiana, unfolds across a landscape that, while gently rolling, holds the subtle weight of Ohio River Valley topography. It lies 5.6 miles south-east of Lawrence, IN (from Lawrence, IN: bearing 140°T), and is situated 6.7 miles west-south-west of Hancock. Here, the land breathes with the verdant exhalations of mixed woodlands and the stoic, broad shoulders of agricultural fields, where corn stalks stand sentinel in summer and the skeletal remains of soybeans hold court in winter. The air itself often carries a damp, earthy scent, a reminder of the rich soil that has nurtured this place for generations, and as dusk settles, a particular quietude descends, softening the edges of barns and farmhouses, lending a painterly quality to the fading light. The occasional glint of water, perhaps a slow-moving creek or a farm pond reflecting the sky, offers a quiet counterpoint to the steady, grounded presence of the terrain. The history of Cumberland is deeply entwined with its agricultural heritage, a legacy forged in the fertile ground that has sustained its people through decades of change. Once a vital hub for farming and local commerce, its economy has evolved, now embracing a blend of small businesses and the steady hum of suburban life that spills over from the nearby metropolis. Though the grand estates of early settlers are long gone, the spirit of self-reliance and community endures, evident in the local hardware store where advice is freely given and in the annual county fair, a vibrant echo of simpler times. The very character of Cumberland is shaped by this enduring connection to the land and a quiet resilience, a testament to its ability to adapt while holding fast to its roots.

About This Cumberland Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Cumberland, Indiana 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 Cumberland and Marion County.

Detailed location data for Cumberland includes the ZIP code (46229), telephone area code (260), county seat of Marion County (Indianapolis), and school district assignment (Mount Vernon Community School Corporation). 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 Cumberland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.