Hyannis Massachusetts Map

About Hyannis, Massachusetts

Hyannis is a locality in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 14,000. The population density is 1350.0 people per km². Hyannis is located at 41.6529°N, 70.2828°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 2601.

Hyannis unfolds along the southern edge of Cape Cod, a place where the land gently slopes towards the embrace of Nantucket Sound. It lies 3.4 miles south-south-east of Barnstable, MA (from Barnstable, MA: bearing 165°T), and is situated 4.6 miles south-west of Yarmouth. Here, the air carries the briny tang of the sea, a constant companion to the scrub pines and the occasional sturdy oak that dot the landscape. The terrain, a low-lying, sandy stretch, is softened by the persistent, wind-sculpted greenery, and the sunlight often possesses a particular, almost pearlescent quality as it filters through the coastal haze. The rhythm of daily life in Hyannis is dictated by the ebb and flow of tides and seasons, a palpable sense of connection to the water that defines its very character. This vibrant hub of Barnstable County, Hyannis, boasts a rich maritime heritage, its origins intertwined with the fishing and shipbuilding industries that once sustained its populace. The harbor, a bustling nexus of activity, still bears witness to this legacy, though its primary role has shifted to accommodating a lively ferry service connecting the mainland to the islands, and a constant stream of recreational vessels. The town's economy now thrives on tourism, its charming Main Street a lively promenade lined with shops and restaurants that draw visitors from far and wide. It’s a place where the entrepreneurial spirit of generations past still flickers, a testament to Hyannis’s enduring appeal as a gateway to the distinctive allure of Cape Cod.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Hyannis, Massachusetts 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 Hyannis and Barnstable County.

Detailed location data for Hyannis includes the ZIP code (02601), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Barnstable County (Barnstable), 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 Hyannis is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.