Granby Massachusetts Map

About Granby, Massachusetts

Granby is a locality in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,400. The population density is 120.0 people per km². Granby is located at 42.2565°N, 72.5162°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1033.

Granby, Massachusetts, unfolds across a landscape shaped by glacial retreat and the enduring presence of water. It lies 4.8 miles east-south-east of Pioneer Valley, MA (from Pioneer Valley, MA: bearing 120°T), and is situated 9.8 miles south-east of Hampshire. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of cultivation and forest growth, cradle a network of streams and ponds, their surfaces often mirroring the wide, changeable skies. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and pine needles, particularly after a rain, a fragrance that seems to seep into the very stones of the old farmhouses. Fields, some still actively worked, others returning to a wilder state, stitch a patchwork across the terrain, their boundaries often marked by the stone walls that speak of tireless labor. The light, especially in the late afternoon, can soften the edges of everything, casting long, thoughtful shadows that stretch and shift with the sun's descent. The history of Granby is intertwined with the agricultural bounty of the Connecticut River Valley, a heritage still evident in the preserved farmsteads and the quiet dignity of its working landscape. For generations, these hills and valleys sustained livelihoods through farming, and though the economic currents have shifted, echoes of that past can be felt in the persistent rhythm of the seasons. The town's character is one of quiet resilience, a place where community ties are as strong as the ancient oaks that stand sentinel on its higher ground. While not a hub of bustling industry, Granby maintains a connection to its roots, a place where the pace of life allows for contemplation and a deep appreciation for the natural world that defines its very essence.

About This Granby Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Granby, Massachusetts — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.256481, -72.516198. 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 Granby and Hampshire County.

Detailed location data for Granby includes the ZIP code (01033), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Hampshire County (Northampton), and school district assignment (Granby 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 Granby is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.