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Framingham Massachusetts Map

Explore Framingham, Massachusetts, 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.

Interactive Map of Framingham, Massachusetts

How to Use This Framingham, Massachusetts Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Framingham, Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts 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 Framingham.

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.

CityFramingham
StateMassachusetts (MA)
CountyMiddlesex County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude42.307905
Longitude-71.436196
Population72,362
Density1115.6 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes01702, 01701, 01703, 01704, 01705
Area Code339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County SeatCambridge
School DistrictFramingham School District

About Framingham, Massachusetts

Framingham is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 72,362. The population density is 1115.6 people per km². Framingham is located at 42.3079°N, 71.4362°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Framingham is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 01702, 01701, 01703.

Framingham anchors a landscape defined by its inland position, occupying a terrain of subtle elevation changes and enduring woodland expanses. It lies 2.7 miles east-northeast of Ashland, MA (from Ashland, MA: bearing 63°T), and is situated 9.0 miles south of South Shore. The earth here holds a quiet weight, marked by the presence of Farm Pond which sits at the center of the local geography, offering a still, reflective surface that catches the changing light of the seasons. Beaverdam Brook meanders through the landscape, providing a narrow, persistent vein of water that feeds the surrounding soil. To the distant horizon, the silhouette of Satans Kingdom rises, a reminder of the rugged, elevated terrain that defines the wider regional geography. Residents of Framingham often find themselves walking through the green spaces of Concord Street Park, where the air feels crisp and the ground underfoot carries the firm, reliable texture of the New England interior.

Founding narratives of Framingham trace back to the seventeenth century, when the land was first partitioned and settled by those seeking to cultivate the fertile, challenging terrain between larger colonial hubs. The early years of Framingham were defined by the slow, deliberate work of clearing forests and establishing farmsteads that would eventually coalesce into a more structured, organized center. This history is not one of sudden, explosive growth, but rather a long, steady accumulation of effort, where each generation built upon the foundations of the last. Over the centuries, the influence of these early inhabitants remained visible in the way the streets were laid out and how the land was managed, reflecting a pragmatic, industrious spirit that viewed the soil as a resource to be carefully husbanded and respected.

Industrial shifts have long shaped the economic vitality of Framingham, transitioning from agricultural roots into a diverse hub of commerce, technology, and service-based enterprise. The infrastructure reflects this evolution, with major transit arteries moving goods and people through the heart of the region, supporting a network of businesses that range from local storefronts to large-scale corporate facilities. Education also plays a vital role in the daily life of Framingham, as institutions like Framingham State University provide a foundation for intellectual growth and professional development. The economy here functions with a quiet efficiency, where the daily rhythm of commuters and workers mirrors the persistent, flowing character of the local landscape, ensuring that the town remains a functional, productive node in the wider regional grid.

Cultural life in Framingham finds expression in a variety of local traditions and community gatherings that bring residents together throughout the year. While the town does not house major professional sports arenas, the spirit of competition thrives in the high school fields and local recreation leagues that occupy the weekends. Notable figures have at times walked these streets, contributing to a sense of place that values individual achievement alongside collective heritage. Landmarks are scattered throughout, acting as anchors for the public memory, while the proximity to larger regional centers allows for a blend of local intimacy and broader cultural access. Whether it is the seasonal festivals that highlight the changing leaves or the simple act of gathering in public spaces, the life of Framingham remains a testament to the persistent, evolving character of a place that knows its own identity.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Danforth Art (Museum) — 0.4 mi, 177° S
  • Pike-Haven-Foster Environs (Conservation Area) — 0.4 mi, 331° NW
  • Rendell Reservation (Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 131° SE
  • Water Department Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 0.8 mi, 087° E
  • Blacksmith Minuteman Statue (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 160° S
  • Mason Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 170° S
  • Temple Street Playground (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 242° SW
  • Framingham State College (Recreation Easement) — 1.1 mi, 184° S
  • Sudbury Reservoir Watershed (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.1 mi, 222° SW
  • Brophy Elementary School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 1.2 mi, 263° W
  • Callahan State Park (State Park) — 1.3 mi, 291° W
  • World War II Peace Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 125° SE
  • Imax (Cinema) — 2.1 mi, 115° SE
  • Fireball (Public Artwork) — 2.3 mi, 012° N
  • Cochituate State Park (State Park) — 2.7 mi, 079° E
  • Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.9 mi, 047° NE · 7,706 acres
  • War veterans memorial (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 204° SW
  • Boston Paint Ball (Theme Park) — 3.8 mi, 174° S
  • Keiter Center (Theatre) — 4.8 mi, 103° E
  • Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.2 mi, 345° N · 4,714 acres
  • Fairy Rock (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 087° E
  • Path Continues (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 219° SW
  • Treehouse (Viewpoint) — 6.5 mi, 198° S
  • Elephant Rock (Attraction) — 6.6 mi, 085° E
  • Boston Marathon - Wellesley Scream Tunnel (Attraction) — 6.6 mi, 097° E
  • Davis Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 6.7 mi, 098° E
  • Eleanor Welch Casey Theatre (Theatre) — 7.3 mi, 066° NE
  • Hopkinton Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 7.5 mi, 214° SW
  • Golden Ball Tavern Museum (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 058° NE
  • Artspace (Arts Centre) — 8.6 mi, 354° N

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About This Framingham Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Framingham, Massachusetts. Coordinates: 42.307905, -71.436196. 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 Framingham includes the ZIP code (01702, 01701, 01703), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Middlesex County (Cambridge), and school district assignment (Framingham 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 generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.