Lexington Massachusetts Map

About Lexington, Massachusetts

Lexington is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 33,000. The population density is 1050.0 people per km². Lexington is located at 42.4473°N, 71.2245°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 2420.

Lexington, Massachusetts, unfolds across a landscape of rolling hills that gently cradle its neighborhoods and parks. It lies 3.1 miles east-south-east of Middlesex, MA (from Middlesex, MA: bearing 116°T), and is situated 8.5 miles east-north-east of South Shore. The land here, a mosaic of verdant lawns, mature oak and maple trees, and the occasional outcropping of weathered stone, breathes a quiet resilience. In the spring, the air carries the sweet, damp scent of awakening earth, a perfume that lingers through the warmer months and yields to the crisp, smoky aroma of autumn. Brooks, fed by the surrounding watershed, meander through the terrain, their waters reflecting the ever-changing sky, sometimes a brilliant, cloud-strewn blue, at others a soft, diffused grey. The character of Lexington is one of thoughtful preservation, where the remnants of its past are not merely admired but actively integrated into the present, creating a sense of enduring grace. The very soil of Lexington whispers tales of a pivotal moment in history, its name forever linked to the opening shots of the American Revolution. This legacy permeates the local economy, which, while diversified today with technology and service industries, still draws strength and identity from its heritage. Historic sites, like the iconic Battle Green and Buckman Tavern, are not mere relics but living testaments to the courage and conviction of those who stood here. The town’s commitment to education is evident in its well-regarded public schools and its proximity to esteemed institutions of higher learning, fostering an intellectual curiosity that shapes its cultural character. The pace of life in Lexington, though modern, retains a certain deliberation, a nod to the thoughtful foundations upon which it was built, where community events and seasonal traditions are observed with a gentle, unhurried spirit.

About This Lexington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lexington, Massachusetts — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.447318, -71.2245. 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 Lexington and Middlesex County.

Detailed location data for Lexington includes the ZIP code (02420), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Middlesex County (Cambridge), and school district assignment (Lexington 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 Lexington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.