Agawam Massachusetts Map

About Agawam, Massachusetts

Agawam is a locality in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 28,700. The population density is 580.0 people per km². Agawam is located at 42.0695°N, 72.6148°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1001.

Agawam unfolds along the western bank of the Connecticut River, its landscape a gentle sweep of rolling terrain that hints at the fertile soil beneath. It lies 2.6 miles south-south-west of Springfield, MA (from Springfield, MA: bearing 210°T), and is situated 5.5 miles south of Chicopee. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon, often carries the scent of damp earth and the distant hum of lawnmowers, a testament to its predominantly residential character. Woodlands, a mix of deciduous trees, punctuate the neighborhoods, their leaves catching the slanted sunlight in hues of emerald and gold, while open fields, remnants of past agriculture, stretch out like quiet, waiting canvases. The character of Agawam is one of steady, unassuming presence, a place where the houses seem to settle comfortably into their lots, surrounded by well-tended gardens and mature shade trees. The history of Agawam is woven with the threads of early settlement and the enduring importance of the Connecticut River, a vital artery for commerce and connection. Once a significant agricultural hub, its economy has diversified, now embracing a mix of retail, services, and light industry, supporting a population that values its accessible location and family-friendly atmosphere. The Six Flags New England amusement park, a landmark of vibrant entertainment, draws visitors from far and wide, offering a stark contrast to the quiet residential streets and the lingering echoes of its agrarian past. Agawam retains a sense of its roots, a place where the pace of life allows for an appreciation of the changing seasons and the enduring strength of community.

About This Agawam Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Agawam, Massachusetts — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.069539, -72.614812. 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 Agawam and Hampden County.

Detailed location data for Agawam includes the ZIP code (01001), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Hampden County (Springfield), and school district assignment. 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 Agawam is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.